Occupational Therapist
Boost your chances before you apply.
KIT CARSON COUNTY HEALTH SERVICE DISTRICT
Burlington, CO, US
Summary
The occupational therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and administering therapy treatments to restore patient function and prevent disability. They also coordinate care with supportive staff and participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: 286 - 16TH STREET - BURLINGTON, CO 80807Salary Range: $42.55 - $57.22 Hourly
Responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician and by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
Provide offsite community educations, and screenings. Administers occupational therapy services including: evaluation, examination, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and outcomes as outlined by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Coordinate delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (COTA, etc.). May work with Inpatients, Outpatients, Home Health patients and Swing bed patients. Assists in the successful operation and management of the Swing Bed Program.
Qualifications
Colorado State Occupational Therapy Licensure, graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred. Current BCLS (CPR) certification. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Occupational therapy preferred. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred. Strong written and verbal skills. Intermediate to advanced computer skills required. Valid state driver’s license and reliable automobile, current automobile insurance and willing to operate personal car necessitated by nature of job. Effective 2015, occupational therapist shall maintain and demonstrate continuing professional competency as defined by DORA.
Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital is a 19 bed Critical Access Hospital with a Swing bed unit, acute care, obstetrics & a 24-hour Emergency Room classified as a Trauma Level IV facility. The Special District houses a physical therapy clinic, a primary care clinic, a wound care clinic with advanced podiatry and hyperbaric medicine, a specialty care clinic and women's clinic - coming soon
Company size
2-10 employees
Industry
Medical Practices
Headquarters
Burlington, Colorado
Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital is a 19 bed Critical Access Hospital with a Swing bed unit, acute care, obstetrics & a 24-hour Emergency Room classified as a Trauma Level IV facility. The Special District houses a physical therapy clinic, a primary care clinic, a wound care clinic with advanced podiatry and hyperbaric medicine, a specialty care clinic and women's clinic - coming soon
Company size
2-10 employees
Industry
Medical Practices
Headquarters
Burlington, Colorado
