Glendive Medical Center Is Seeking A Full-Time Occupational Therapist For Our Hospital Located In Glendive, Montana We Offer Assistance For Those Looking To Relocate - Starting Pay At $33.50 Per Hour Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required Registration With The American Occupational Therapy Association Is Required About Glendive: Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of eastern Montana, Glendive is more than just a place to work - it's a community where you can truly thrive. From the rugged beauty of the Badlands to the serene majesty of the Yellowstone River, outdoor adventures abound in our corner of the world. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, or simply taking in the panoramic views, Glendive offers endless opportunities for exploration and relaxation.
Benefits: At Glendive Medical Center, we believe in investing in our team members' well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally. From retention bonuses to relocation assistance and tuition reimbursement, we're dedicated to helping you succeed. Our benefits include:
- Retention, Sign-on, and Referral Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Incentive Pay
- Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Retirement Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Fund
- Worksite Wellness Events
- Continuing Education
- Student Loan Repayment Program
Position Overview: The Registered Occupational Therapist will provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients, and help patients reach maximum performance level and to use skills learned to the fullest to function in the community within the limits of their capabilities.
Responsibilities: - Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and students in patient treatment.
- Administers comprehensive evaluations and documents of assigned patients in accordance with departmental standards and procedures.
- Provides consultation in areas such as environmental design, adaptive equipment, proper positioning of patients to prevent contractures and splinting.
- Maintains timely and accurate patient records and reports.
- Designs and administers treatment programs to increase patients; levels of functioning.
- Provides therapy for neurological integration; administers sensor-motor integration treatment techniques and visual perceptual-motor remediation programs.
- Designs and fabricates splints as specified by doctors.
- Administers treatment programs to traumatic brain-injured patients.
- Provides prevention therapy to maintain functional skills.
- Provides activities to assess patients; organizational skills, attention spans, cognitive abilities, coordination (fine and gross-motor), and adaptive-equipment needs.
- Designs home programs and instructs patients or families in carrying out such programs.
- Participates in patient support groups with other team members.
- Provides evaluations and develops a plan of care.
Requirements: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Proficient with electronic medical record documentation or related software.
- Must communicate effectively with all hospital and Rehabilitation staff.
- Ability to use tools used to make adaptive equipment.
- Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy required.
- Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association is required.
- One year of experience is preferred.
- Licensed within the State of Montana
- Will engage in movements that involve lifting equipment used in patient care, etc.
- Ability to lift 75 pounds at times.
Glendive Medical Center (GMC) conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without any regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
