Occupational Therapist - PRN

Occupational Therapist

Position Details:

• Shift: PRN
• SEIU Local 49 represented position

Job Summary:

• As defined by the Oregon Revised Statutes 675.210 - "Occupational Therapy" means the analysis and use of purposeful activity with individuals who are limited by physical injury or illness, developmental or learning disabilities, psycho-social dysfunction or the aging process in order to maximize independence, prevent disability and maintain health. The practice of occupational therapy encompasses evaluation, treatment and consultation.
• Specific occupational therapy service includes but is not limited to: Activities of daily living (ADL); perceptual motor and sensory integrated activity; development of work and leisure skills; the design, fabrication or application of selected orthotics or prosthetic devices; the use of specifically designed crafts; guidance in the selection and use of adaptive equipment; exercises to enhance functional performance; prevocational evaluation and training; performing and interpreting manual muscle and range of motion test; and appraisal and adaptation of environments for people with mental and physical disabilities.
• The services are provided individually, in groups, or through social systems.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure in the State of Oregon as a Occupational Therapist.
• Current BLS.
• Depends upon position being filled.
• May be acute experience, lymphedema, outpatient hand or outpatient neuro.
• May be new grad.
• Ability to develop treatment strategies based upon sound evaluative skills to provide the greatest therapeutic benefit for each patient.
• Implement program, monitor patient progress carefully, adjust treatment as needed to assist patients to achieve their greatest potential.
• High degree of written and verbal ability to instruct patients and prepare reports.
• Flexibility to handle variety of duties which may be interrupted and changed by immediate circumstances.
• Ability to work with others as an integral part of the rehabilitation team.