Clinical OT Specialist

About the role

Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience

DMC Harper University Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

• At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals.
• That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance.
• The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary / Responsibilities

• Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, evaluates & treats patients using standard occupational therapy procedures.
• Responsible for treating the complex/specialty cases for assigned site(s).
• Evaluates patient's motor and neurological capabilities and documents findings.
• Directs, plans, organizes and executes occupational therapy programs for patients.

• Exercises professional judgment in selection of treatment media, consistent with attending physician's prescriptions.
• Implements programs designed to enhance motor, sensory, cognitive and interpersonal skills of the patient in order to promote patient independence and productivity.
• Works with attending physician in order to establish patient therapy goals that are consistent with physician's diagnosis.

Prepares treatment plans consistent with therapy goals provides group or individual therapy selecting from a variety of occupational therapy modalities. Documents patient treatments, initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries in accordance with established departmental and service line policies and protocols.

• Provides staff mentoring and develops/implements educational in-services for staff.
• Attends interdisciplinary team conferences and various meetings to consult with other team members regarding patient treatment & program development.
• May oversee, instruct and evaluate occupational therapy assistants, aids, students and/or volunteers as assigned.

Co-signs notes written by occupational therapy assistants, aids or students. Maintains professional expertise through workshops, lectures, in-services, conferences, etc. Assists in the implementation of programs & services to foster interdisciplinary approach and a service line system of care.

Qualifications

• 1.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• 2.Three years of clinical experience in order to acquire skills for independent patient treatment.
• 3.Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Michigan.

• Initial certification with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Minimum of 60 points on the professional growth and development criteria.

Facility Description

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Job

• System Integration
• Primary Location: MI-Detroit
• Hospital/Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital
• Job Type: Full-time
• Shift Type: Days

Committed to Diversity and Inclusion

At Tenet, we believe in a diverse and inclusive environment, one that is grounded in our dedication to the health and well-being of all people. Respecting, nurturing and encouraging diversity of thought, background and experience contribute to positive work environments that result in exceptional patient care. We embrace diversity because it's our culture, and because it's the right thing to do.