Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - Acute - PRN
Cleveland Clinic
Occupational Therapist
Euclid Hospital
PRN
Euclid Hospital has an opportunity providing Evaluation/ Treatment to primarily geriatric patients in Acute and SNF Settings.
At least 2 weekend day shifts per month required with the opportunity for some weekday shifts as well.
Experience preferred.
Please submit availability in cover letter
Euclid Hospital ranked within the Top 10 of Cleveland-area hospitals by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals in Cleveland." U.S. News & World Report also recognized Euclid Hospital as high-performing in the adult specialty of Orthopaedics.
Euclid Hospital is located on 17 acres along the Lake Erie shoreline, Euclid Hospital is home to one of the region's leading rehabilitation and orthopaedic centers. The 371-bed hospital offers a complete continuum of care: emergency services, acute and sub-acute care, and outpatient care. Founded in 1907 as Glenville Hospital, Euclid Hospital was constructed at its existing location in 1952.
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits which impact their abilities to successfully perform independent living skills.
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
**A caregiver in this position works on a PRN-as needed basis, 8am-4:30pm weekday and weekend coverage needed!**
A caregiver who excels in this role, will:
+ Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits which impact their abilities to successfully perform independent living skills.
+ Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
+ Establish, revise, and evaluate a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
+ Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard occupational therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
+ Supervise activities of occupational therapist assistants, students, and other support personnel.
+ Always maintain complete and up-to-date documentation and files regarding patient condition and effectiveness and timeliness of care and interventions.
+ Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of assigned patients. Participates as a member of the hospice interdisciplinary team when necessary.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
+ Bachelor's Degree required.
+ Must be a graduate of an Occupational Therapy Program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
+ Current State Licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT).
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
+ Experience in inpatient preferred.
+ Open to New Grads!
+ Experience with EPIC preferred.
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
+ Ability to walk without assistive device and to maintain balance despite sudden load to support patient from falling.
+ Ability to meet physical demands characterized at the heavy level defined by 1993 Leonard Matheson and Ministry of Labor.
+ Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient's arm and leg during therapeutic treatment program.
+ Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to be able to palpate muscle tension or to monitor patient pulse.
+ Visual acuity to observe patient's gross and fine motor movements to analyze these movements and to read all patient monitors.
+ Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families.
+ Ability to hear at a conversational level to understand patient's description of symptoms and response to treatment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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