Job Description

Occupational Therapist
Full-time, Days: 8a - 4:30p, Mon - Fri, rotating weekends (approximately one a month) and holidays

As an Occupational Therapist at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, you’ll join a team that has been committed to caring for the local community for 150 years and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to improving lives. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package which may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) with matching, and student loan repayment for eligible roles.

Job Summary 

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation. 

Essential Functions

Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly. Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants. Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session. Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care. Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs. Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment. Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices. Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions. Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity. Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices. Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards. Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Licenses and Certifications

OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is Northeastern Pennsylvania’s largest community hospital with 369 beds and a medical staff of more than 400 physicians representing nearly 60 medical and surgical specialties. Wilkes-Barre General Hospital has long been recognized for excellence in heart and vascular care, and offers advanced treatment for wide-ranging specialties, including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery and minimally invasive robotic-assisted procedures.