Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: July 13, 2025
|
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description: This position is responsible for screening,
testing, evaluating, diagnosing and treatment of injuries,
diseases, and disabilities using occupational therapy procedures
and modalities in accordance with standard occupational therapy
practices. In addition, this position is responsible for
consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and
caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders
to deliver quality, patient centered care. Posting Specifics Recent
graduate with strong clinical experience in an outpatient setting,
or a minimum of one (1) year of outpatient neurology experience
preferred Shift Details: Part-time; 20 hours per week with
potential to increase to full-time Location: Saint Joseph Hospital;
Outpatient Are you driven by purpose, energized by collaboration,
and passionate about making a difference in diverse communities? At
Saint Joseph Hospital, located in the heart of downtown Denver,
we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a team of dedicated and
collaborative professionals who care deeply about what we do and
the people we serve. Our interdisciplinary team thrives on mutual
respect, shared goals, and a commitment to excellence. Whether
you're drawn to the mountains, the arts, or the food scene, Denver
offers something for everyone. Come be part of a dynamic,
mission-driven team that’s shaping the future of healthcare in one
of downtown Denver’s most vibrant neighborhoods! Essential
Functions Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain
Health, and abides by service standards. Competent Services :
Provides skilled occupational therapy services, staying updated on
standard practices for different patient groups. Conducts
evaluations and treatments according to professional standards
(AOTA), considering diagnosis, history, and physician referrals,
and develops care plans with specific goals based on patient
assessments. Productivity Standards : Meets established
productivity standards for the department or service line.
Documentation and Billing : Keeps thorough and timely patient
records as required by regulations and facility policies. Completes
patient billing accurately and promptly. Communication :
Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and
healthcare providers about patient needs and goals. Ensures smooth
operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services. Patient Care
and Supervision : Manages all aspects of patient care and
education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff,
and students to ensure high-quality care. Continuing Education :
Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for
self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to
licensure requirements. Quality Improvement : Engages in quality
improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving
clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience and all
aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model. Participates in
utilization review audits. Meetings : Participates in patient care
conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and
necessary professional and work groups in collaboration/consensus
with leader. Program Development and Marketing : Contributes to
program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical
therapy program and achieve department goals. Skills Quality
Improvement Verbal and Written Communication Patient Engagement
Critical Thinking Time Management Care Planning Compassion
Qualifications Current Occupational Therapist license in states
where you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Basic Computer skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication
skills. Possess skill sets and experience with target population of
job setting. Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and
acceptable driving record. Physical Requirements:
Hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing,
seeing, sitting, speaking, squatting/kneeling, standing, and
walking. Location: Saint Joseph Hospital Work City: Denver Work
State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 The hourly range for
this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon
experience. $42.66 - $65.82 We care about your well-being – mind,
body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a
generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to
foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living
healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about
our comprehensive benefits package here . Intermountain Health is
an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain
Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform,
HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore
helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you.
While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final
decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness.
We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules.
Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you
for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced
recruitment process. All positions subject to close without
notice.
Keywords: Intermountain Health, Commerce City , Outpatient Occupational Therapist, Healthcare , Lafayette, Colorado
