Occupational Therapist

Overview

Per Diem position

Wage Compensation - Min: $ 48.65 Max: $ 74.91 plus a 15% per diem differential.

The Occupational Therapist is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team in developing, administering and implementing the therapeutic services designed to help patients regain their optimal level of function in meaningful daily activities including self-care, leisure and work. The staff Occupational Therapist practices occupational therapy according to current standards of practices in conjunction with the department's policies and procedures, including patient assessment, treatment, delegation, coordination, and evaluation of services provided.  The staff Occupational Therapist is directly responsible to the director or designee, and has responsibility for overall direction, supervision, instruction and evaluation of professional and supportive staff, volunteers and students in their area of the Occupational therapy department.  Is responsible for the patient's record documentation and acts as the patient advocate.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

Responsibility

• Responsibility for interpreting and carrying out the prescription of the physician.
• Good public relations.
• Protection of confidential data.
• Economic use of time, equipment and supplies.
• Safety and welfare of patients and other employees.

Knowledge

• Must know the principles and practice of Occupational Therapy.
• Be familiar with the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics.
• Department policies, procedures and regulations.
• Layout of the department.
• Be aware of inter-and intradepartmental communications.
• Supervision and management techniques

Skill

• Must be able to apply the theory of Occupational Therapy.
• Have the ability and competence to operate the equipment used in their position.
• Perform technical procedures.
• Speak intelligently and in a professional manner before others.
• Supervision and management skills.

Characteristics

• Must be able to instill confidence in patients, doctors and personnel.
• Determine proper procedures and methods and evaluate results.
• Make decisions on their own.
• Adapt to emergency situations.
• Be alert to changes in the patient's condition.
• Be alert to all activities of the department.

Dexterity

• Must have coordination of sight and body movements in various applications of procedures.
• Know techniques of assisting and handling patients.
• Ability to handle the tools and machines of the profession.

Accuracy

• Must possess a high degree of accuracy in carrying out prescriptions, in receiving and translating information, and in charting and reporting.

Physical Demands

• Perceive the nature of sounds by ear.
• Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Perceive characteristics of objects through the eyes.
• Extend arms and hands in any direction.
• Seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with hands.
• Pick, pinch, or otherwise work with fingers.
• Perceive such attributes of objects or materials as size, shape, temperature, or texture.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Must be able to lift 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.  Continuous walking and standing.  Must be able to identify, match, and distinguish colors.
• Sitting for long periods of time.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Possesses knowledge of the scope and complexity of the patient's age-specific, cultural, physical, and psychosocial well-being served by the hospital requires.
• Mathematical computational skills and an ability to communicate therapeutically.
• Must be self-motivated, responsible, role model, well organized.

Supervises

• Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistants, students and nonprofessional department.

Policies and Procedures

• To keep current and adhere to all policies and procedures as enumerated in the Policy and Procedure Manuals

Organization-wide/Department Performance Improvement Plan

• To actively participate in the overall organization-wide/department performance improvement plans as enumerated in the Performance Improvement Manual.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education

Required: Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy.

Preferred: NA                                                                                                                                        

Licenses/ certifications/ registrations

Required: Must have or be eligible for State Licensure or Registration. Current certification in CPR.

Preferred: NA

Experience

Required: Have ability to provide for patient's rehabilitation and psychosocial well-being. Ability to meet lift in classification. Ability to communicate with others both medically and publicly. Have a nice appearance, being well-groomed and demonstrate appropriate contact.

                Preferred:

Other:

NA

Physical Requirements:

The physical and sensory functions described below are essential to the successful performance of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation and monitors, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is also important for assessing physical characteristics such as temperature, size, shape, or texture during patient care. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of medical equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling when assisting patients or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typically continuous throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds. There may also be occasional lifting or transferring of individuals weighing over 100 pounds, with the expectation that appropriate lifting techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance will be used to ensure safety. May to sit for long periods of time.

Working Conditions:

This position is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility. While the work setting is protected from outdoor weather conditions, it may be subject to variable indoor temperatures. The role involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, with the expectation that all staff follow appropriate safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

The health care environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances, including high-pressure or emergency situations. The work setting also involves multiple simultaneous demands and varying levels of noise due to medical equipment, staff activity, and patient needs.

0 Hours USD $48.65/Hr. USD $74.91/Hr. 01-4072 Occupational Therapy Day