Occupational Therapist

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Occupational Therapist

Regular Full-time

Staff

Nome, AK, US

3 days ago

Requisition ID: 2285

Salary Range:

$55.41 To $64.27 Hourly

Position Code:

27090004

FLSA:

Exempt

ICPA:

Covered

Effective Date

5/16/16

Grade:

14 OTD

13 MOT

Barrier Crimes

Covered

Purpose of Position:

Assess the needs of referred patients who have limited abilities established; develop and/or maintain the ability to complete daily functions and tasks concentrating on physical, mental, social and emotional sources of disabilities to improve quality of life. Will be responsible for occupational therapy services for Acute Care, long term care and Primary Care Clinic (outpatient) referrals. Will also be responsible for the direction, development, implementation, supervision, and ongoing evaluation of the activities program in our long term care facility, in our Acute Care swing bed program.

Uphold the organization's vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization's policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Essential Functions:

Provide therapy services defined in treatment plans to maintain daily living and work skills

Provide direction, development, implementation, supervision, and ongoing evaluation of the activities program in the long term care facility and swing bed program

Direct the contribution to the comprehensive care plan goals and approaches that are individualized to match the skills, abilities and interests/preferences of each resident/patient including scheduling of activities, both individual and groups, implementing and/or delegating the implementation of the programs, monitoring the response and/or reviewing the response to the program of the resident/patient and making revisions as necessary

Assist patients to improve decision-making, perceptual skills, sequencing, coordination, etc.

Recommend restorative or safety adaptations, provide patient education and guidance to family members

Cooperate with physicians, case managers, and other professionals in planning and conducting therapy leading the health restoration of the patient

Evaluate patient progress, report and document

Perform other duties as assigned

Personal Traits:

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization's values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.

Required Knowledge:

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.

Job Specific knowledge is listed below:

Knowledge of regulatory and practice standards of occupational therapy

Knowledge of assistive technology

Required Skills and Abilities:

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.

Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:

Skill at working effectively with occupational therapy programs

Skill at integrating therapy goals

Above average interpersonal and communication skills

Minimum Requirements

Education

Degree

Program

Master's Degree

Occupational Therapy

Experience

General (Non-supervisory)

Supervisory

Amount:

3 year(s)

practice as an occupational therapist

0 (years)

Type:

Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated.

Credentials

Licensure, Certification, Etc.

Alaska Occupational Therapy License and Basic Life Support certification

Physical Requirements:

Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment

Sit less than half the workday

Stand and/or walk more than half the workday

Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach

View electronic monitors for prolonged periods of time

Lift or carry unaided less than 25 pounds

Push or pull using up to moderate force

See and hear with normal acuity

Working Conditions:

Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazrd or other harmful substances

Minimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)

Travel is required via large aircraft

Travel is required via small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft aircraft