Occupational Therapist IV

LOCATION : SAMUEL MAHELONA MEM HOSP | Occupational Therapy

POSITION STATUS : 1.00 | Permanent

SALARY RANGE : BU13 | SR22

SALARY RATE: $95,652.00 ($66,324.00 + $2,444.00/month shortage differential) (Annual Salary) based on the FTE

SHORTAGE DIFFERENTIAL : $2,444.00/month

JOB DUTIES : This is a regional position located in the Rehabilitation Services department of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i. The HHSC Kaua’i Region comprises Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), both of which are critical access hospitals, along with the Kaua’i Region Clinics and its affiliates.

The Rehabilitation Services department plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses through a comprehensive approach that includes Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), and Speech Therapy (ST). OT focuses on helping patients regain independence in daily activities by improving their ability to perform essential tasks for self-care, work, and leisure. PT aims to restore movement and function through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and pain management techniques, facilitating recovery and enhancing mobility. ST addresses communication and swallowing disorders, providing assessment and intervention to improve speech, language, and cognitive-communication skills. Together, these therapies promote holistic recovery, enabling patients to achieve their personal goals and enhance their overall well-being.

The Occupational Therapist IV is responsible for the small to moderate-sized program of occupational therapy services for a rehabilitation center or facility, institution or such other organizational entity and provides direct services; or develops and evaluates policies, procedures and standards and conducts studies concerning the provision of occupational therapy services to a program, group of clinics, center or facilities, etc.; and performs other related duties as assigned. Additional duties may require long hours, weekend and holiday work, and travel to various facilities within the region to meet patient care needs and fulfill operational requirements.

The position reports to the regional Physical Therapist IV, position number 29281, or their designee.

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week. Applicants are required to provide evidence, certification(s), and licensure(s).

EDUCATION: Applicants for all levels must have a baccalaureate degree in occupational therapy from a school of occupational therapy approved at the time of graduation by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. in collaboration with the American Medical Association; or in the case of a foreign-trained person, the credentials indicating completion of an occupational therapy education program shall be evaluated and approved by the Certification Committee of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. In addition, applicants must have completed the fieldwork requirements prescribed by the degree-awarding school.

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of professional working experience as an Occupational Therapist under medical supervision. The experience must have equipped the applicant with a full professional understanding of the theories, prevention, and treatment of disabilities by occupational therapy and their proper application by the use of activities, which are appropriate to the patient's physical and psychological condition and utilizing appropriate manual and other physical skills.

CERTIFICATIONS: In accordance with Chapter 457G of the Hawai’i Revised Statues (HRS), all applicants shall:

• have passed the occupational therapist national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT); and
• be registered with the State of Hawai’i as an Occupational Therapist (OT) at the time of appointment.
• A current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Workers issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) at the time of appointment.

LICENSURE: A current, valid State of Hawai’i driver's license, Type #3 is preferred.

DESIRED SKILLS

• KNOWLEDGE OF: Functional anatomy, kinesiology, neuroanatomy, physiology, neurophysiology, abnormal and educational psychology, and related sciences; principles and practices of occupational therapy; occupational therapy diagnostic evaluation and testing procedures; various treatment techniques; trends and developments in occupational therapy; available occupational therapy resources in the community; and, for some positions, principles and practices of supervision.
• ABILITY TO: Interpret and formulate operating policies and procedures, and plan, coordinate and conduct an occupational therapy program; advise and counsel staff effectively; prepare program budget; explain the program of services offered to clients and the public; for some positions, supervise the work of others.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS

The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted.

CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.

MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. Applicable checks may include, but are not limited to, state and federal criminal history records, child abuse and neglect registry check, adult protective services registry and sex offender registry records, etc. If a job offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Administrative Review, subsequent appeals : If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

CONTACT INFORMATION : SAMUEL MAHELONA MEM HOSP is located at 4800 Kawaihau Road, Kapaa, HI 96746. For employment opportunities, please contact KVMH: (808)338-6133 | SMMH: (808)823-4145, email: kauaijobs@hhsc.org or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/.

Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at KVMH: (808)338-6133 | SMMH: (808)823-4145, kauaijobs@hhsc.org.