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Occupational Therapist Pd
Location:
Providence, RI
Description:
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: Communication Demonstrates 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 colleagues Communicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients care Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener Principal Duties Examines and evaluates patients Establishes diagnosis prognosis and individualized plans of care Implements treatment intervention based on plan of care considering precautions indications and contradictions Directs and coordinates patients rehabilitation plan of care Evaluates patients progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly Educates/ Trains patients/caregivers Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely in compliance with department policy Completes 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 care Seeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care Additional Duties Complies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelines Participates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiatives Provides education to other hospital departments/personnel students and outside agencies/schools Demonstrates ability to flex schedule based on department patient and/or caregiver need Determines priorities according to departmental and patient care need Participates in community based professional events Participates in ongoing educational activities Supports and promotes departmental teamwork Completes 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. Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Location: Rhode Island Hospital USA:RI:Providence Hasbro Work Type: Per Diem Shift: Shift 1 Union: Non-Union
Company:
Brown University Health
Posted:
October 19 on TopUSAJobs
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Occupational Therapist Pd is a Nurse & Healthcare Occupational Therapist Job at Brown University Health located in Providence RI. Find other listings like Occupational Therapist Pd by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Occupational Therapist Jobs.
Occupational Therapist Pd is a Nurse & Healthcare Occupational Therapist Job at Brown University Health located in Providence RI. Find other listings like Occupational Therapist Pd by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Occupational Therapist Jobs.