Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bellingham, WA is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist for a full-time position. You'll be responsible for evaluating and treating patients, establishing treatment plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant licensure in Washington. The compensation ranges from $43.03 to $64.55 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

403b retirement plan with employer contributions

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Accredited Occupational Therapy degree from a recognized institution.
• Previous experience as a registered Occupational Therapist preferred.
• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Washington required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and establish treatment plans.
• Complete documentation per regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient care.
• Mentor new caregivers and therapy assistants.
• Maintain clinical records accurately.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Documentation skills

Mentoring skills

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapist License in Washington

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth Grabow Therapy & Wellness in Bellingham, WA is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $43.03 – $64.55. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients within the scope of Occupational Therapy, determining plan of care and setting goals of treatment. May provide oversight to therapy assistants, therapy aides and/or students in following the plan‑of‑care and treatment of patients. Works collaboratively as a part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for patients.

What you will do:

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes a treatment plan and goals, using data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation and team members.
• Completes patient treatment according to plan of care and modifies plan to meet patient needs, and updates plan as appropriate.
• Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.
• May mentor and provide oversight to new caregivers, occupational therapy assistants, and/or therapy aides. May provide clinical instruction and training to students.
• May recommend and participate in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records.
• May work with OT student affiliation programs.
• May participate in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in‑services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities.

What you bring:

Education

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate Degree Required: Occupational Therapy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
• Preferred: Previous experience as a registered Occupational Therapist
• Required: Occupational Therapist License State of Washington
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf).

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affimative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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