Occupational Therapist (OT)

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

8d

About The Position

Provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment using advanced clinical skills in a specialty area for patients referred to contracted and non-contracted Rehabilitation Institute 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. This is a casual position requiring two weekend shifts each month.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program approved by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
• Active license in the practicing state.
• CPR certification meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
• Required clearances and certifications listed: Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Act 34, and OAPSA.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in adult acute care and inpatient rehabilitation (IPR), through fieldwork or previous employment.

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 reflecting 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.
• Participate in research conducted within the Rehabilitation Institute.

What This Job Offers

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