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Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide wide-ranging services to help patients regain their ability to perform normal activities, self-care, and responsibilities. In this role, you will evaluate patients and apply a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with functional limitations, impairments and disorders, helping them relearn the necessary skills to lead independent, productive and satisfying lives.

This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working various shifts between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Evaluate patients and apply a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with functional limitations, impairments and disorders.

+ Provide occupational therapy services to clients with upper extremity injuries, disease or disability.

+ Provide evaluation for clients not limited to joint assessment, musculoskeletal functions, sensorimotor skills, functional and work abilities.

+ Develop a treatment plan based on data collected as well as implement, monitor and modify plans to achieve goals.

+ Provide occupational therapy techniques not limited to P/ROM, joint mobilization, massage, myofascial release, desensitization techniques, dressing changes, and job simulation.

+ Utilize thermal and electrical physical agent modalities not limited to providing hot/cold packs, fluidotherapy, paraffin/contrast baths, ultrasound, phonophoresis, TENS, NMES, HVPGS, iontophoresis and biofeedback. Fabricate custom splints, select/order adaptive devices/equipment and train client in use.

+ Communicate effectively with fellow staff regarding client's condition, which may include their physician, rehab nurse, case manager, employer and family members to ensure consistent quality occupational therapy services.

+ Provide a written status report to referring physician each time client is to see their physician and when is a workman's comp case to other appropriate parties.

+ Assist on occasion with Industrial Service Department clients.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Bachelor's, Master's and/or Doctoral Degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

+ Occupational Therapy (OT) license in the State of Florida

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

+ Internship experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Experience in an acute care setting (hospital experience)

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Physical Requirements:

+ Work is medium/frequent, lifting and carrying equipment, supplies and materials up to 50 pounds without help of mechanical devices or other personnel.

+ Stooping, pushing, reaching and pulling when moving patients or equipment into position for treatment.

+ The occupant of this position spends 98% his/her time in air-conditioned areas, the remainder in outside areas.

+ The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is present while completing clinical duties.

+ This position requires reasoning, mathematical and English language skills.

+ Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests.

+ Ability to resolve conflicts among staff and to work collaboratively.

+ Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs and carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities.

+ Self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

+ Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay Range

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