Location: St. Joseph Medical Center
Posted Date: 1/12/2023
About Steward Health Care
Nearly a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.
As the country’s largest physician-led, tax paying, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.
Steward is among the nation’s largest and most successful accountable care organizations (ACO), with more than 5,500 providers and 43,000 health care professionals who care for 12.3 million patients a year through a closely integrated network of hospitals, multispecialty medical groups, urgent care centers, skilled nursing facilities and behavioral health centers.
Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates 39 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Utah.
For more information, visit www.steward.org.
JOB SUMMARY:
Assesses and treats patients with physical disorders. Plans treatment programs relevant to physical dysfunction. Performs appropriate Occupational Therapy evaluations. Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans based on the analysis and interpretation of evaluation results. Maintains proper documentation. Reports all appropriate data to patient's record. Serves as a resource person to other health team members. Participates in case conferences and quality assurance activities. Assists with inservices, and contributes to the development of staff education and orientation programs. Responsible for personal and professional development. Participates in creating and maintaining an atmosphere which supports the SJMC St. Joseph Mission, value and SPIRIT. Consistently provides positive customer service.The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department treats inpatients in the following areas: Acute Care, ICU, Rehab, TCU, Orthopedics, NICU, and Wound Care.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Work Experience:
Work requires a professional level of knowledge acquired through the completion of a Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree program in Occupational Therapy, in order to perform Occupational Therapy evaluations, and design and implement treatment programs. New graduates and experienced therapists are eligible for hire.
License/Registration/Certification:-
Current Texas license as an Occupational Therapist- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification required.
Education & Training:
Graduates of an accredited Bachelors of Occupational Therapy degree program, Masters of Occupational Therapy or Doctorate of Occupational Therapy program are eligible for hire.
One year experience preferred but new graduate will be accepted.
Skills:- Technical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills relevant to area in order to effectively communicate with physicians, health team members, patients and families.-
Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision, in order to independently carry out the duties of the position.- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.- Additional languages preferred.- Basic computer knowledge.- Ability to use judgment in the planning and execution of occupational therapy programs and supervision of support personnel.- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and occupational therapy treatments in order to administer appropriate therapies.- Analytical skills necessary to evaluate the patient's physical and functional status established therapy goals, observe, and document the patient's progress and condition.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MINORITIES / WOMEN / VETERANS / DISABLED
Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
