Senior Occupational Therapist - IMPACT - Psychiatry

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

University of Iowa Health Care Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to provide clinical on the Integrated Multidisciplinary Program of Assertive Community Treatment (IMPACT) team . This role involves developing and refining evidence-based treatment plans to maximize patients’ independence and quality of life comprehensive treatment, support and rehabilitative services including medication and symptom monitoring, case-management, social and occupational role development, problem-solving assistance, crisis intervention and supportive counseling. This position requires advanced clinical reasoning, strong communication skills, and a commitment to driving positive patient outcomes and departmental excellence across various settings. In addition to direct patient care, the Senior Occupational Therapist assumes a leadership role, providing mentorship and clinical supervision to occupational therapist assistants, students and junior staff members. They will be a practicing clinician and act as a clinical resource to other staff members. Key responsibilities would include but not limited to contributing to departmental strategic initiatives, managing complex cases, and ensuring all services adhere to regulatory standards and best practices. IMPACT is an evidence-based practice model designed to provide treatment, rehabilitation and support services to individuals who are diagnosed with a severe and persistent mental illness and whose needs have not been well met by more traditional mental health services. The ACT team provides services directly to an individual in their home and community that are tailored to meet his or her specific needs and does so through collaborative work within University of Iowa Health Care and community agencies to assure appropriate psychiatric support and ensure courteous, helpful, and respectful services to program clients.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy.
2+ years of experience in Occupational Therapy is necessary, with a high degree of understanding and skill in one or more areas of assigned responsibility.
Demonstrated skills in clinical education abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Experience participating as a member or leader of a work team/group.
Ability to work in a self-directed manner.
Valid Iowa driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of experience working in human services with individuals with serious mental illness and those with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
3+ years of experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Any previous experience in a PACT program
Demonstrates leadership abilities.
Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional patient care, evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patients with complex or specialized needs.
Collaborate within the multi-disciplinary IMPACT team to provide services consistent with the ACT model.
Engage with patients, their families, and colleagues to build positive, trusting relationships.
Represents UI Health Care in a positive and professional manner in all interactions.
Provide quality patient care for persons with complex or specialized needs including evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patient’s condition and age.
Work collaboratively with clients, their families, and community partners to assist clients in achieving their treatment and recovery goals.
Document patient care activities in the patient’s medical record according to established standards.
Perform routine and assigned clinical and administrative tasks in an efficient manner.
Provide community outings for patients on a regular basis which requires the use of a hospital vehicle. Driving record will be reviewed on a regular basis by Risk Management. (See University Risk Management policy for driving record compliance requirements).
Operate University of Iowa community outreach vehicles in a safe and lawful manner.
Adhere to all department clinical and personnel standards.
Exhibit personal and professional behavior of the highest quality.
Exhibit effective professional and interpersonal communication skills.
Maintain all required and mandatory compliances including but not limited to: CPR, violence management training, safety and infection control.
Participate in daily team meetings to review and plan client services.
Participate in the development of innovative clinical teaching activities to meet the learning needs of staff and students.
Take initiative to learn advanced skills that enhance the ability to contribute effectively to the organization.
Demonstrate flexibility by adapting to changes in priorities, workflows, and the work environment as needed.
Exhibit divisional and/or departmental leadership by: o Serving as a clinical resource and maintain a high level of clinical productivity. o Participate in clinical research and collaborate on special projects. o Assist with setting and accomplishing divisional/departmental goals and assists management as necessary. o Develop, implement and expand learning opportunities and skills development for staff & students by serving as a role-model and exposing students to the IMPACT program. o Assist in establishing new programs, as well as maintaining and developing current programs. o Assist in the administration of the departmental Quality Assurance program.
Exhibit a commitment to quality/process improvement. Participate in the identification of opportunities for improvement in service quality.
Continue personal and professional development.
Demonstrate an innovative problem-solving approach.
Demonstrate initiative consistent with job expectations to improve performance.
Work effectively with individuals from all backgrounds and experiences.
Support team members by identifying and accessing the resources they need to succeed in their roles.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
Performs special projects, tasks, other functions as assigned.