Occupational Therapist Per Diem

Summit Pacific Medical Center•Elma, WA

12d•$42 - $64•Onsite

About The Position

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center: Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider. Critical Access Hospital 24/7 Emergency Department Level II Cardiac Center Level III Stroke Center Level IV Trauma Care To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org Pay Range (depending on experience): $42.03 - $64.39 . Job Summary Facilitates development and rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities by planning and administering occupational therapy services for patients in concert with the total care plan. Provides quality care to help each patient attain maximum independence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, Master’s preferred
One year of occupational therapy practice, preferred
Current and unrestricted license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of Washington (upon hire)
Current BLS certification
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of therapy theories and concepts.
Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience.
Ability to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients.
Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and records.
Ability to work independently performing a wide variety of duties that require the use of independent judgment, advanced problem-solving, critical thinking, organization, and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive Occupational Therapy care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Performs intakes and evaluations, assesses and interprets evaluations and test results, discusses goals with patients, implements care plans, educates patients about risks and benefits, and monitors progress. Works closely with other members of patient care team in the formulation of the total care plan for patients.
Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to the patient’s capacity and interest. Helps patient develop or regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to disabilities by implementing treatment programs, which include areas of daily living skills, sensorimotor skills, cognition and therapeutic adaptations. This may include use of physical agents, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise.
Assures implementation and compliance of the therapy plan. Modify treatment plan as indicated by patient condition progress. Instruct caregivers and family for maximal function and safety in the home environment, including proper use of equipment, body mechanics and guarding techniques. Instructs, supervises and counsels caregivers and family members in continuity of care management. Makes referrals to other disciplines as appropriate.
Evaluates the therapy plan. Reviews the written plan and its effect on patient care and makes appropriate modifications. Obtains feedback from the other team members regarding the plan’s effectiveness. Explores progress in care with the staff, patient and /or family. Consults with the attending provider concerning alteration of the therapy plan. Reviews patient’s record in appropriate utilization review setting. Meets as needed with the Rehabilitation Manager regarding patient care problems and how these may be resolved.
Meets or exceeds quality care standards, achieves clinical excellence, contributes to quality improvement, and strives for high patient satisfaction. Independently plans work and develops procedures to accomplish goals. Participates actively in the quality improvement system, complies with all appropriate Washington State Department of Health standards, National Patient Safety goals, and other quality improvement projects.
Maintains professional skills through research and training/continuing education opportunities. Participates in interdisciplinary meetings; stays abreast of trends and best practices; develops and implements new and revised methods, practices, policies, techniques and procedures. Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and federal, state and local laws.
Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Medical
Prescription
Dental (including Orthodontia)
Vision
Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
Daycare subsidized benefit
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
Short- and long-term disability
Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
457 retirement account for additional funds
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Smoking Cessation Assistance
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
Beautiful on-site gym for employees
Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
Walking trails on site