Occupational Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY

The staff Occupational Therapist will be responsible and accountable for the direct care of Gottsche Rehabilitation patients. This position requires a licensed, qualified Occupational Therapist who meets all educational and licensing requirements as provided in Federal and State Law. (42 CFR 484.4; 42 CFR 485.705; W.S. 33-40-101 through 117.) The Occupational Therapist will work closely with other members of the Occupational Therapy Department and will assist in supervising the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Therapy Techs, Students, and Volunteers as appropriate. It is understood that the job duties listed below are representative of the position, are not all-inclusive, and may be supervised by a number of different Gottsche staff members.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluates patients through medical records review as appropriate, utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques and clinical observation
• Applies skills learned during academic training, educational programs, and practical experience to evaluate patient/family needs and to develop appropriate treatment plans and goals to include discharge planning.
• Demonstrates competency in patient assessment, goal setting, and development and implementation of treatment plans to meet these goals. Maintains appropriate documentation in a timely fashion. Evaluates effectiveness of plan and modifies and/or terminates as indicated.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when interacting with families, physicians, patients and others involved in a patient's care to promote an environment of cooperation and respect. Provides sensitivity to those aspects of human behavior which affect the balance of the working environment. Initiates appropriate behavior to affect change.
• Provides relevant information at meetings such as team and family conferences, home health conferences, rehab clinic meetings and others as necessary.
• Maintains current knowledge of therapy techniques appropriate to the patients at Gottsche Rehab Center through the attendance of in-service classes and the appropriate amount of continuing education courses as required for licensure. The therapist will then share the knowledge with other staff in the form of informational discussions or as an in-service.
• Assigns appropriate treatments or portions thereof to therapy assistants and aides, assess the accuracy, thoroughness and appropriateness of the care they provide and then provide feedback to the Department Head.
• Acts as a preceptor to therapy students, therapy assistant students and other students and provides feedback to the students and academic directors who are responsible for the students' clinical education.
• Seeks necessary information and input from staff, physicians and other health care professionals to ensure ongoing appropriate patient care.
• In the absence of the Department Head, assumes responsibility for patient assignment and problem solving for patient care and facility needs.
• Possesses the ability to implement and assess quality assurance and utilization review programs to evaluate policy and treatment effectiveness.
• Has knowledge in the use of therapy devices including exercise table, fitness equipment, assistive devices, wheelchairs, pulleys, weights, and other equipment common to the practice of Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrates an awareness of safety in all aspects of patient care.
• Performs other duties related to the position as needed, job duties subject to change as the department evolves and changes.
• Marketing of self and clinic as well as upholding a positive community reputation.
• Works with the hospital for in-patient therapy care in accordance with hospital policies and guidelines
• Participates in HIPAA training and awareness programs and abides by all privacy and security rules as required by Federal Law under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Currently licensed in the State of Wyoming or eligible for licensure
• Certified in CPR
• Must meet all requirements of Gottsche's automobile insurance carrier
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and excellent computer skills
• Exceptional ability to work with employees under fast-paced working conditions
• Ability to attend educational training and seminars

Our Mission: We make impossible experiences possible. Not by luck or chance, but through resilient, open, outcome-focused, tailored, educated, and distinctive (ROOTED) care that’s accessible to all, regardless of ability to pay.

Our Vision: To set a new standard for what’s possible in rural rehabilitation and wellness through place-based innovation and systems of care rooted in the strengths of people and places they live.

Our ROOTED Values: Resilient. Open. Outcome-Focused. Tailored. Educated. Distinctive.
 

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST PAY PHILOSOPHY & SCALE
Our Pay Philosophy
At Gottsche, compensation reflects more than hours worked. Our pay philosophy ensures that you benefit from:
• Recognition of Expertise & Growth: Advancing as you pursue continuing education, certifications, specializations, and leadership.
• Reward for Contribution: Rewards for engagement, innovation, and contribution to our team and the broader field of physical therapy.
• Competitive Pay: Compensation that is consistently above regional averages.
• Progression & Retention: Pathways for progression and advancement, so you grow with us.
• Value for Experience & Effort: Placement that honors the breadth of your experience and dedication you bring to our shared goals.

Pay Scale for Occupational Therapist
Range: $35/hr - $48/hr (DOE)
Placement within this range is determined by a combination of experience, role responsibilities, certifications, and contributions to the practice of occupational therapy.

Beyond the Paycheck
At Gottsche, our team members enjoy:
• Sign-on Bonuses that ease transitions and reward long-term commitment.
• Comprehensive Benefits that support your health, security, and future through medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement options.
• Professional Growth Support with time and cost assistance for continuing education and advanced training.
• A Mission-Driven Culture to “Make Impossible Experiences Possible” as part of one of the oldest and only non-profit rehabilitation organizations.
• Community Connection that enriches your practice by transforming lives, strengthening communities, and setting a new standard of care across rural Wyoming