Occupational Therapist (Bhddh)

Between $96k and

$109k

Per Year

Position range in Rhode Island $75k - $108k Per Year

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (BHDDH)

The State of Rhode Island

Occupation: Occupational Therapists

Location: Pascoag, RI - 02859

Positions available: 1

Job #: 1072-10000-2390

Source: State of Rhode Island

Posted: 6/10/2025

Expires: 6/19/2025

Web Site: www.ri.gov

Job Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More), Day Shift Shift

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental

Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH), to follow referrals/consults from a physician or other approved provider,

review the medical record, and independently utilizes appropriate standard measures as well as evaluation

techniques pertinent to the diagnosis to determine functional deficits and establishes the individualized OT plan

of care; to independently develop, implement and modify treatment utilizing specialized interventions and

strategies; to achieve maximum function and independence for patients with a variety of impairments; and to

do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receive general or specific instruction from the Administrator of Physical

Rehabilitation. Individually responsible for determining type of therapeutic evaluations and treatment required;

administering occupational therapy treatments; work is reviewed in process and upon completion for conformity

with instructions and progress made.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, may supervise less senior occupational therapists, occupational

therapy assistants, and student affiliates.

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Within the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH), to

follow referrals/consults from a physician or other approved provider, review the medical record, and

independently utilizes appropriate standard measures as well as evaluation techniques pertinent to the diagnosis

to determine functional deficits and establishes the individualized OT plan of care; to independently develop,

implement and modify treatment utilizing specialized interventions and strategies; and to do related work as

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required. To demonstrate the ability to assess the therapeutic needs of patients as relates to abilities and deficiencies in areas which may include but are not limited to Activities of Daily Living, Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, health management, rest and sleep, education, work, leisure, and social participation. To provide services within multiple clinical environments including forensic mental health and long?term acute care. To utilize current occupational therapy theory, recent research, and practice, demonstrates knowledge and skill in developing/modifying and implementing evidence-based protocols and procedures in Occupational Therapy services for patients with a multitude of diagnoses. To demonstrate problem solving skills for occupational therapy evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient's age, psychosocial, cultural, and religious background. To interpret findings and educate patients and caregivers about purpose of treatment, and patient's rights and responsibilities and to improve compliance with treatment. To document results of evaluations, patient treatment including patient/family education, and patient's response to treatment in accordance with ESH policies, CMS, and Joint Commission standards. To consult with referring providers and multidisciplinary team members. To administer occupational therapy treatment including but not limited to ADL retraining, IADLs, seating and positio

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