Job Description

Certification Details

• BLS
• California State Occupational Therapist License

Job Details

• Works under the supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Supervisor and Director.
• Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provides occupational therapy services in inpatient and outpatient settings during assigned shift during department operating hours, including rotation of weekend and holiday coverage.
• Evaluates patients on physician’s referral, develops treatment plans and goals, administers procedures and modalities specific to patient needs and age, and plans for discharge using appropriate Occupational Therapy techniques.
• Acts as a case manager for assigned patients.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and current patient records.
• Re-evaluates and revises patient’s treatment plan regularly with physician approval as necessary.
• Provides patient, family/caregivers with age-appropriate instruction regarding therapy procedures and home program.
• Instructs patient and family/caregiver in care and use of assistive and adaptive equipment.
• Communicates with rehabilitation team members, family, physicians, and third party payers regarding patient progress and program changes.
• Attends and participates in inter/intradepartmental services and meetings as required.
• Participates in short and long term program development and committees as requested.
• Participates in student intern and/or volunteer program as appropriate.
• Provides supervision to occupational therapist assistant.
• Maintains clean, safe and orderly treatment areas and equipment.
• Assists with orientation and supervision of other health care professionals as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, coworkers, patients and other hospital personnel.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in service meetings, and workshops within assigned specialty areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• One year experience in acute hospital or outpatient hand clinic preferred; new graduates will be considered.
• Good basic clinical skills in occupational therapy evaluation and treatment.
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric age groups.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, families/caregivers, physicians, and coworkers.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and ability to work in a team setting.
• Knowledge of existing laws and regulations governing the practice of Occupational Therapy.

Schedule Information

• Assigned shift during department operating hours.
• Includes rotation of weekend and holiday coverage.

Additional Details

• The NorthBay Way principles: Caring, Communication, Collaboration, and Competence.
• Physical demands include moderate lifting/pushing/pulling of patients and equipment in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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