Occupational Therapist

bilh; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat referred patients in a hospital/clinic setting. The role emphasizes effective communication, thorough documentation, and collaboration with physicians, staff, and families to coordinate care and achieve patient goals.

The position requires Massachusetts licensure, a degree in OT, and at least one year of practice, with opportunities to mentor aides and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or entry-level Master's in occupational therapy.
• Current Massachusetts licensure to practice occupational therapy.
• Minimum of one year of work experience as an occupational therapist.
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and time management to independently manage patient care load.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates referred patients accurately using tests, measurements, and history.
• Recommends treatment plans with patient/family and physician including frequency and goals.
• Administers therapeutic techniques and monitors patient response, adjusting as needed.
• Assists in orientation, training, and supervision of aides, students, and volunteers.
• Documents patient care accurately and timely in the medical record and for billing.
• Confers with patient/family, referring physician, staff, vendors, or facilities to coordinate care.
• Maintains and enhances professional knowledge through CE and literature.
• Participates in department meetings and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization and time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or entry-level Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.

Patients referred for Occupational Therapy services are evaluated and treated in an effective, efficient, and caring manner. Information about patient treatment is communicated in oral and/or written form in a concise, informative, and timely way and in accordance with all regulatory requirements. Support staff or students participating in the care of the patient are supervised to assure the appropriateness and effectiveness of care.

Job Description:

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Evaluates referred patients accurately using appropriate tests, measurements, and history.
• 2. Recommends treatment plans in conjunction with the patient and/or family and physician which is based on the evaluation results and includes the frequency and duration of treatment, long- and short-term goals, and expected functional outcomes.
• 3. Administers appropriate therapeutic techniques accurately and continuously monitors the patient's response to treatment, modifying the program as needed.
• 4. Assists in orientation, training, and supervision of aides, students, and volunteers assigned to participate in patient care or departmental projects.
• 5. Documents patient care accurately and in a timely way in the medical record and as needed to facilitate continued care or billing.
• 6. Confers with the patient and/or family, referring physician, staff, vendors, or other facilities to facilitate or coordinate care or obtain patient equipment.
• 7. Maintains and enhances professional knowledge and skills through participation in continuing education programs, professional organizations, and/or review of professional literature.
• 8. Participates in departmental meetings, projects, and ongoing performance improvement activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 1. A Bachelor's degree or entry level Master's degree in occupational therapy.
• 2. Current licensure to practice occupational therapy from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• 3. Minimum of one year of work experience as an occupational therapist
• 4. Good oral and written communications skills and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and other healthcare providers.
• 5. Strong organization and time management skills to independently manage patient care load.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 1. Normal hospital and clinic environment.
• 2. Standing and walking, stooping and bending 60% or more of the time.
• 3. Grasping, fine hand manipulation, and repetitive hand movements more than 60% of the a. time for outpatient treatment.
• 4. Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids and infectious diseases.
• 5. Complies with precautions, as defined by Infection Control staff, in patients/materials requiring

Pay Range:

$53.00 - $53.00

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled