Occupational Therapist

Summary :

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.

Responsibilities :

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. Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication Communicates clearly respectfully and honestly with patients and / or caregivers and colleaguesCommunicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patientscare Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listenerPrincipal DutiesExamines and evaluates patientsEstablishes diagnosis prognosis and individualized plans of careImplements treatment intervention based on plan of care considering precautions indications and contradictions Directs and coordinates patientsrehabilitation plan of careEvaluates patientsprogress and revises goals and plan of care accordinglyEducates / Trains patients / caregivers Anticipates and communicates discharge / home needs and resourcesCompletes documentation and charges accurately and timely in compliance with department policyCompletes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility / medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards Makes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and / or services Consistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical careSeeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care Additional DutiesComplies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelinesParticipates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiativesProvides education to other hospital departments / personnel students and outside agencies / schoolsDemonstrates ability to flex schedule based on department patient and / or caregiver need Determines priorities according to departmental and patient care needParticipates in community based professional events Participates in ongoing educational activities Supports and promotes departmental teamworkCompletes mandatory departmental and hospital training

Other information :

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.