Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Summary
Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers programs of Occupational Therapy (OT) and plans and conducts OT programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Provides assessment of the patient condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician. Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with patient and family to assist in returning them to their maximum level of function. Facilitates participation in everyday living. Improves and facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands on care, and patient education. Helps people regain or maintain their independence and lead active lives.
Job description
Job Duties
- Establishes and implements appropriate occupational therapy plans of care to restore function prevent disability and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
- Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled evidence based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.
- Provides occupational therapy treatment consistent with the patient's needs assessment.
- Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies occupational therapy plans accordingly.
- Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.
- Implements an occupational therapy plan of care to individuals based on age specific and population specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient family directed approach.
- Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
- Establishes an occupational therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
- Provides cost effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
- Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Less than 1 year of clinical experience (successfully completed clinical experiences as required by the school program)
- Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses
- Ability to work at various locations per diem
- Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques
- Must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner
- Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments
- Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
- OT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Company overview
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a major healthcare provider and hospital network based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania regions. Founded in 1899, LVHN operates as a comprehensive healthcare system with 13 hospital campuses, 28 health centers, numerous primary and specialty care physician practices, and multiple urgent care locations. The network's flagship facility, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, is Pennsylvania's third-largest hospital and features the state's first Level One Trauma Center. LVHN provides a wide range of medical services including specialized institutes for cancer care, heart and vascular treatment, surgical excellence, orthopedics, and neuroscience. The network operates the third-largest heart surgery program in Pennsylvania, performing over 1,200 open-heart procedures annually, and maintains one of the state's largest cancer centers treating over 2,400 new patients each year. In August 2024, LVHN completed a merger with Jefferson Health, becoming part of a larger healthcare system with 32 hospitals and over 700 locations across Pennsylvania. Prior to the merger, LVHN was the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan region, with approximately 20,000 employees dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community.