Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.

Per Diem OT - outpatient and inpatient rehab departments

Per Diem Outpatient:

Caseload Neurologic, Orthopedic, Geriatrics.

*Evaluates and re-evaluates referred patients ability to perform functional skills and

plans a treatment program designed to meet identified goals

*Initiates communication with physicians and other professionals to ensure

coordination of treatment efforts. Contacts family members and outside agents.

Maintains ongoing communication with immediate Supervisor, subordinates, and peers

*Performs other job-related duties within job scope as requested by Supervisor

Per Diem Inpatient: 

* All treatments are administered with competency, indicating an understanding of theory and application.

* Proper body mechanics and safe work practices are demonstrated. .

* Equipment is maintained properly and suspected or identified malfunctions are reported immediately.

* Takes responsibility to seek out yearly assessment of competencies, both general and area specific.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Graduate of Accredited School of Occupational Therapy is required.

Licensure:

* Current National Occupational Therapy Certification/ Registration and Licensed

Occupational Therapist in the State of Florida is required.

*BLS from AHA required

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.