An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
Occupational Therapist PRN Inova Loudoun Hospital, acute care department is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our acute care team in a PRN capacity. We require 2 weekend shifts per month, 1 major and 1 minor holiday a year. This is an excellent opportunity to join an exciting team working together to care for our patients. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Job Responsibilities:
The Occupational Therapist PRN adheres to department policies regarding the timeframe, form, and content of written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Communicate effectively with patients, family, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors, and outside contacts while completing all administrative tasks and other responsibilities in support of the operating unit. Demonstrates essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment, and protocols while performing re-evaluations, according to department guidelines, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed. Selects evaluation and treatment methods appropriate to patients' diagnosis, age group, and physical/emotional status while formulating appropriate treatment plans. May perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy
Experience:
New Graduate Occupational Therapist Certification:
BLS from the American Heart Association required upon start.
Licensure:
VA Occupational Therapist License required upon start.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in an acute care setting
About Us:
We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. Apply
