Occupational Therapist at Banner Health

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Primary City/State: Greeley, Colorado Department Name: Thrpy-Acute-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. North Colorado Medical Center has been a leader in providing the latest health care facilities, technology and service to Weld County, northern Colorado and our surrounding multi-state region for more than 100 years. We currently have a full-time opening for an Occupational Therapist in Greeley ! As an Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to work with our diverse patient population and utilize your skills in a fast-paced setting. You will also have the chance to observe, learn and grow as you expand your skills in multiple departments throughout the facility. Banner North Colorado Medical Center's team culture creates a dynamic opportunity to provide excellent patient care and collaboration. If you wish to learn more about this incredible opportunity, apply today! Hours: 32 hours per week, primarily four 8 hour shifts per week from 8am-4:30pm, likely with Mondays off. This position will require working 1 weekend per month and 1 holiday per year. Location: Primarily working at Banner North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley but may have the opportunity to pick up more hours at our Loveland Campus Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility As a nonprofit health system, Banner Health is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Team members with eligible Federal Student Aid loans may qualify for loan forgiveness after making 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for Banner Health. This is a federal program administered by the U.S. Department of Education, not a Banner Health-sponsored benefit. Learn more about PSLF eligibility and requirements at studentaid.gov. Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a 378-bed Level II trauma center and acute care facility with over 3000 employees. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. As a regional medical center, we provide community-based and specialty services for a service area that includes southern Wyoming, western Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern Colorado. In order to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible, we bring together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals. The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is amongst Northern Colorado's leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities for the healthcare professional, our Greeley, Colorado location offers access to a wide variety of recreational activities in an inviting, close-knit community. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for the evaluation, planning, administration and supervision of Occupational Therapy treatment in accordance with physician referral, state and local organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Evaluates patient's functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes a plan of care and treatment goals.. Completes comprehensive evaluation within the established time frame set by the department. Identifies and prioritizes key limiting factors. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect the key limiting factors. Collaborates with patient and family/caregiver when setting goal Initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modifications of referring orders. 2. Implements individuali