Outpatient Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Multiple Locations (Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem)

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Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

Whether you are a new grad seeking opportunities for professional growth and development or an experienced therapist searching for leadership possibilities and collaboration with skilled peers, Physical Therapy at St. Luke's should be your top choice!

St. Luke's has been named a Top Workplace nationally, in the Philadelphia region, and in New Jersey with a culture that's second to none. St. Luke's is the ONLY healthcare institution in Pennsylvania and the third-highest ranked healthcare entity in the nation to be deemed a Top Workplace in 2023. Here at SLPT, we strive to exceed patient expectations with quality patient focused care that creates life-changing outcomes with every interaction. We understand the importance of 1:1 care. As such, patients are scheduled to guarantee that our therapists have ample time during their treatment sessions.

Our Generous Benefits:

• Competitive Salary + Bonus Opportunities
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Time Off options that allow you flexibility to maintain a work-life balance
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 403 (b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Corporate discount plans
• 1:1 Mentorship
• Accredited residencies and spine fellowship opportunities

Locations- Openings will vary by location availability (over 55 locations and expanding in the Allentown, Berks, Bethlehem, Easton, Monroe, Miners, Upper Bucks, and Warren regions)

Float opportunities to work at multiple locations with flexible scheduling and incentives.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers the occupational therapy treatment plan as developed by the OTR.
• Facilitates the patient's ROM, strength coordination, use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, functional mobility and safety issues as related to patients ADL performance needs under the supervision of the OTR.
• Communicates with the Facility Director or appropriate staff in order to plan total patient and family care. Confers with PT in planning rehabilitation for the patient.
• Observes, records and reports patient's response to treatment and any changes in patient's condition to physician and/or clinical supervisor.
• Documentation is timely, accurate, legible and in compliance with the agency policy and directives.
• Documents the effectiveness and outcomes of care on an ongoing basis and makes revisions as needed.
• Plans for discharges as appropriate in conjunction with OTR.
• Instructs other health team personnel, when appropriate in certain areas of occupational therapy including activities of daily living, in which they may work with the patients. This includes the patient and family members.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Provides orientation to new orientees related to scope of practice.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time. Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively. Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines. Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 200 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 200 lbs. Must have the ability to occasionally stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level. Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature. Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and ability to hear call bells. Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Preferably one or two years' experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Successful completion of required license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey. Current Basic Life Support certification.

SHIFT DETAILS:

• Full time, 36-40 hours per week
• Part time, 16-36 hours per week

• Per diem, 16 hours or less per week

Locations open Monday-Friday. Hours vary depending on location. Closed for the 6 major Holidays with pay dependent on FTE status.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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