Overview

Welcome to Flaget Memorial Hospital, a 52-bed facility located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Flaget Memorial Hospital is recognized as a 2023 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Mental Health resources for you and your family
Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
Adoption Assistance
Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability 
Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
Employer Discounts
Relocation Assistance*
Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000*
Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*
*for eligible hires and positions

Learn more about Flaget Memorial Hospital and its awards and recognitions here: Flaget Memorial Hospital

Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose

Assess, plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy. Provides patient care/service based on identified needs/developmental level for all patient populations.

Care/services includes recognition, monitoring and intervention as appropriate for

age-specific and/or other individual patient needs. Supervises and utilizes Occupational Therapy personnel support effectively.

Essential Key Job ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.Evaluates assigned patients within the guidelines established by the physician and in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.Implements competent treatment and performs regular reassessments for the purpose of

treatment modification, to maximize patient’s potential for functional independence, all in accordance with departmental standards.

Completes all required documentation and maintains pertinent records of all assigned patients, in order to be in compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, Medicare, and all other regulatory requirements.Demonstrates the ability to be efficient and productive by organizing job duties and responsibilities.Maintains effective communication regarding Therapy programs and departmental issues.Maintains equipment and environment in a safe and orderly manner.Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and competency.Contributes to the organization and operation of the department/programs. Specifically towards the clinic/department that the lead therapist performs the majority of their work/patient care.Serves as an extension of the Supervisor/Manager/Director to provide leadership for day-to-day operations of the facility.The performance of a lead therapist stands out amongst colleagues at a staff level. They are an example for others to follow regarding: cancellation/no-show rates, missed visits, patient compliance, and supportive of leadership initiatives.They possess the knowledge and skills to effectively lead other staff therapists, rehab aides and other supportive roles within the span of control of a lead therapist.Other duties as assigned.

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor or Master in Occupational Therapy from a school accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association. 

Minimum two years recent clinical experience in an environment commensurate with the practice setting and programmatic needs of the facility

Preferred Education and Experience

None

Required Licensure and Certifications

OT:KY BLS-CPR

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training

Excellent verbal and written communication, good time management skills, and student or prior experience in a Rehab setting.