Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist

The Occupational Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/ or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Occupational Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Occupational Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations through-out episode of care.Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:Instill Trust and Value DifferencesPatient and Community Focus and CollaborateRESPONSIBILITIES:CommunicationDemonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within the academic medical center and in the community. white-space: preExhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication white-space: preCommunicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleagues white-space: preCommunicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients care white-space: preAdjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listenerPrincipal Duties white-space: preExamines and evaluates patients white-space: preEstablishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care white-space: preImplements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictions white-space: preDirects and coordinates patients rehabilitation plan of care white-space: preEvaluates patients progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly white-space: preEducates/ Trains patients/caregivers white-space: preAnticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources white-space: preCompletes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy white-space: preCompletes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/ medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards white-space: preMakes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or services white-space: preConsistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical care white-space: preSeeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient careAdditional Duties white-space: preComplies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelines white-space: preParticipates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiatives white-space: preProvides education to other hospital departments/personnel, students, and outside agencies/schools white-space: preDemonstrates ability to flex schedule based on department, patient, and/or caregiver need white-space: preDetermines priorities according to departmental and patient care need white-space: preParticipates in community based professional events white-space: preParticipates in ongoing educational activities white-space: preSupports and promotes departmental teamwork white-space: preCompletes mandatory departmental and hospital trainingMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution is required.Masters or Doctorate level degree in Occupational Therapy is preferred.State license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health is required.EXPERIENCE:New graduates considered. Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Fit for duty as documented by OSHA standards and program specific needs.INDEPENDENT ACTION:Performs independently within the departments policies and practices.Refers specific complex problems to ACM and/or Clinical Manager when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required.Independently sets goals for professional development.Membership and involvement in discipline specific professional organization and/or other clinically relevant organization is strongly encouraged.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:No direct supervision. However, pursuant to the state of Rhode Island Rules and Regulations for Licensing Occupational Therapists, a licensed Occupational therapist shall at all times be responsible for the supervision of certified occupational therapy assistants, supportive personnel, and students to ensure the safety and welfare of patients. Provides consistent and thorough supervision of assistants, aides, therapists, and volunteers including cosigning notes, reviewing patient treatment plans and goals.

Pay Range:

$71,136.00-$117,353.60

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

593 Eddy Street - Hasbro - N/A Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

varied

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No