Occupational Therapist

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• Race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate shall not be a factor in employment for this position. Due to the nature of hospital services, it may become necessary to work extended hours.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Responsible for delivery and documentation of professional occupational therapy services to agency patients in accordance with an established physician plan of care and in compliance with applicable licensure/certification requirements, professional occupational therapy acts, and agency policies and procedures.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports To:
• Director of Therapy/Team Leader/Therapy co-ordinator
• Supervises:
• COTA

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education
• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum Work Experience
• One year of clinical experience in occupational therapy in an acute care or rehabilitation setting with exposure to geriatric and medical/surgical patients.
• Required Licenses/Certifications
• Current licensure in occupational therapy as required by the state of Texas. Valid Texas driver's license with available and dependable transportation and proof of current automobile liability insurance. CPR certified. Evidence of current registration by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to meet minimum hiring standards.
• Preferred Qualification
• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to meet the physical demands which include standing, Walking, bending, lifting, and transferring; may involve lifting or positioning of patients. Must be able to utilize good judgment, demonstrate patience, and maintain a professional demeanor. Must be able to sustain concentration in a busy and stressful environment. Must work varied hours and schedules. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range; May be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. May be exposed to violent or disturbed individuals.

QUALITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Uses critical thinking skills to determine evidence based solutions. Systematically gathers and reviews pertinent information to prevent errors (PDCA -- Plan, Do, Check, Act). Pursues individual or team learning and growth opportunities to continually build skills. Understands and abides by all safety regulations.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Generally and in all job specific duties: Maintains patient confidentiality. Rounds regularly with patients, direct reports and/or customers. Uses telephone and elevator etiquette. Acts as an employee ambassador. Committed to know hospital service lines and shows pride in our organization. Uses AIDET when dealing with internal or external customers.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Generally and in all job specific duties: Takes responsibility for solving problems. Treats company resources responsibly. Performs work functions timely and accurately. Respects our environment; keeps public areas neat and clean and returns supplies to the appropriate areas.

PEOPLE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Supports the team through good attendance. Maintains a professional appearance. Creates a positive team environment; flexible and supportive setting an example of cooperation. Uses meaningful communication; provides honest feedback that is valuable and not critical and discourages negative talk and gossip. Respect co-workers.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan.
• Conduct reflects HMHD's values and a commitment to HMHD's Code of Conduct.
• Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs.
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program.
• Complies with all HIPAA standards.
• Evaluates the patient within 72 hours.
• Performs initial patient evaluation and plans appropriate therapy program with approval of the attending physician.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary changes as patient condition dictates and in accordance with physician's approval.
• Plans appropriate STG's, LTG's and documents progress in attainment of same.
• Treats patients for the purpose of relieving pain, developing/restoring functional capability, and maintaining maximum performance.
• Directs and aides patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, and functional training activities of daily living, such as self-care and ADL's.
• Develops and maintains positive rapport with rehabilitation and hospital staff and physicians.
• Maintains good working rapport with patient family members.
• Seeks appropriate medical advice as necessary.
• Maintains and submits all required patient documentation in a timely manner:
• Verifies physician's orders prior to initiating treatment.
• Completes initial evaluation.
• Completes daily progress notes
• Documents teaching and patient/family response
• Completes discharge summaries.
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Confers with physicians and staff as necessary; documents all pertinent information and recommendations.
• Orients, instructs and directs work activities of Assistants and Aides.
• Develops and instructs Assistants in the established plan of care and any ongoing changes.
• Provides complete instruction for Assistants and/or Aides performing Occupational Therapy procedures.
• Supervises care rendered by Assistants and Aides.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on Occupational Therapy and related topics for Rehabilitation Services staff, Medical staff, clinical departments, students and community groups.
• Attends ongoing continuing education programs and in-services.
• Conducts staff in-services as requested.
• Attends staff meetings as requested.
• Fosters professional relationships as evidenced by educational programs and training.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• A willingness to float to different departments for Occupational Therapy services.