Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Rehab Services

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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Clinical Practice:

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Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.

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Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

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Observes and evaluates treatment affect. Recommends change to physician, if needed.

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Performs an appropriate evaluation and assessment on each patient, as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments, as per policy. This may include pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and the general patient population.

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Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

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Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate.

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Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

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Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.

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Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

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Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.

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Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.

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Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.

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Administrative:

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Directs appropriate Occupational Therapy Department staff, including: Occupational Therapy Assistants; Rehabilitation Aides/Mobility Technicians; Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant certification applicants; and/or Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant students

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Maintains records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.

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Meets current clinical documentation standards and policies.

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Assists with orientation and inservice training for certified department staff members.

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Participates in guidance and educational programs.

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Utilizes approved abbreviations when recording information.

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Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.

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COMPENSATION:

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Minimum pay: $37.25

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Maximum pay: $57.74

* Area of Interest:Allied Health/Clinical;

* Work Status:Mon-Fri 8:30-5:00, but can be somewhat flexible for daily hours;

* Employment Type:full-time;

* Job ID:5669

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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