Occupational Therapist- Acute Care - United Kingdom - St. Charles Health System Inc.

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Occupational Therapist- Acute Care (Full-Time, Days)

Apply locations Bend, OR time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R Typical pay range: $ $63.77. This position will be on the Ortho/Neuro floor.

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Occupational Therapist

REPORTS TO POSITION: Rehabilitation Supervisor or Manager

DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation

DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 3, 2022

OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Rehabilitation Department provides therapy and nursing services to patients, families and patient's caregivers including: Rehabilitation Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. Our department operates as a system department and provides services to Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility, Home Health and Outpatient settings across four campuses. Our Rehabilitation departments offer a variety of specialty services across the various services delivery areas.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and provides treatment and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. Works with family and team members regarding patient's abilities and goals.

This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Adheres to Oregon State Occupational Therapy Licensing Board.

Provides occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to achieve desired outcomes.

Provides staff consultation and training.

Provides community resource knowledge and referral services.

Provides occupational therapy services to other hospital service areas.

May be required to drive Rehabilitation van and meet all related SCHS vehicle policy requirements.

Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team to assure patient care is accomplished effectively and efficiently in a cost effective manner.

Participates in clinical care conferencing.

Gathers data and accurately documents information in a timely manner demonstrating compliance with departmental and professional regulations.

Participates with team members in facilitating patient's and family's learning throughout the continuum of care. Reinforces patient's continued health care through teaching and/or referral to community agency follow-up.

Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required : Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association

Preferred : N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required : Must have necessary requisites for licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the Oregon State Board of Health. Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health System worksites.

Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification

Preferred : A member in good standing of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

EXPERIENCE:

Required : Must have one year of experience with therapy procedures, current orthopedic and neurological follow-up procedures, and rehabilitation practices.

Preferred : Previous occupational therapy experience in a hospital based setting.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

Additional Skills Needed

Communication/Interpersonal

Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.

Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.

Strong team working and collaborative skills.

Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Organizational

Ability to multi-task and work independently.

Attention to detail.

Mathematical Skills:

Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.

Language Skills:

Read, write, speak and understand English.

Computer

Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the abilit y to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/ pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers.

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/ step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/ pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.

Never (0%) : Climbing ladder/ step-stool (varies by area) , operation of a motor vehicle.

Ex posure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/sl ippery area, chemical solution.

Never (0%) : Heat , cold, noise, d ust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne P athogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

.

Schedule Weekly Hours:

36

Caregiver Type:

Regular

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Is Exempt Position?

No

Job Family:

THERAPIST, THERAPIST REHAB

Scheduled Days of the Week:

As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)

Shift Start & End Time:

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