Occupational Therapist - OP Adult Neuro - Relief

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

85d • $44 - $61

About The Position

The purpose of this job/position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation Services patient care team by providing occupational therapy services with a focus on neurological, orthopedic and pain population. Services include but are not limited to ADL training, energy conservation, splint fabrication, exercise, sensory integrations and perceptual/cognitive training to assist patients in improving their function in work, leisure and self-care. Therapists evaluate each patient referred, establish treatment goals and objectives, develop and implement the treatment plan, and assist in the process of obtaining DME, assistive devices and post-therapy follow-up. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns and to assist with other educational and research activities conducted by the department or the hospital. Relief employees must be available to work at least four (4) days per pay period as determined according to the department needs.

Requirements

• Completion of an occupational therapy educational program that is recognized by the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing Board
• Current American Heart BLS certification
• Limited Permit or Oregon occupational therapy license must be obtained at the time of appointment
• Competency and experience with assessment and intervention activities for special populations for example patients with neurologic conditions

Nice To Haves

• OTD in Occupational Therapy
• Recent experience in an Ambulatory Care Setting or intensive clinical affiliation
• Certification or training and experience in neurological rehabilitation techniques

Responsibilities

• Provides a Safe Therapeutic Environment
• Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employees
• Utilizes proper posture and sound body mechanics and principles for safe patient handling
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, family and personnel
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills in all interactions with patient and family, internal and external customers
• Addresses complaints and problems promptly and courteously, involving management when indicated
• Performs individualized skilled occupational therapy evaluation, including general screening for indications for other therapy disciplines rehabilitation needs
• Establishes treatment goals including functional outcomes, quantitative measure and target dates
• Develops treatment plan directed at achieving identified goals
• Provides occupational therapy procedures in a highly skilled and competent manner
• Documents evaluation, treatment plan and goals, treatment modalities and procedures in compliance with OHSU, OOTA, OAR, CMS, DNV and other 3rd party standards
• Facilitates patient scheduling therapy appointments with follow up section in Cadence, MyChart communication
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings as needed for care coordination
• Arranges for any necessary rehabilitation or home care equipment, communicating with vendors, 3rd party payors

Benefits

• All are welcome
• Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce
• Commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree