Occupational Therapist (OT)

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment using advanced clinical skills in a specialty area for patients referred to Rehabilitation Institute contracted and non-contracted facilities. Serves as a clinical resource for other staff members. May have an individual agreement with an academic institution to provide instruction and participates in research conducted within the Rehabilitation Institute.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
Knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
Active license in the practicing state.
CPR certification meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification.

Nice To Haves

Acute care and inpatient rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain documentation for occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
Co-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
Communicate patient status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
Complete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
Schedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
Provide verbal and written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
Supervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
Maintain professional licensure through continuing education and professional development.
Perform and supervise occupational therapy assessments and treatments, and adjust treatment plans.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs.