Occupational Therapist - Home Visit

SCF New Branding 2018; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy services to customer-owners and offers consultative support to providers across the state, including independent living facilities, assisted living homes, and private residences. This role requires Alaska licensure and BLS; ACLS/NRP/ATLS/ALSO and PALS may be required.

Native preference applies and SCF serves Alaska Native communities with focus on holistic wellness.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in Alaska (state licensure)
• BLS certification required; ACLS/NRP/ATLS/ALSO and PALS may be required for specialty areas as needed.
• Experience serving Alaska Native communities and understanding cultural needs is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to customer-owners and consult with providers across SCF and statewide.
• Assist in improving functional independence across diverse settings including assisted living and private residences

Education

Licensed OT in Alaska

BLS Certification

Job description

Benteh Nuutah VNPCC
Wasilla, AK 99654, USA

Description

Occupational Therapist

Hiring Range $89,918.40 to $122,886.40

Hiring Incentives

• Sign-On Bonus
• Relocation assistance

Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing occupational therapy services to customer-owners and provides consultative services to providers within the medical system and throughout the state, including independent living facilities, assisted living homes, and private residential homes.

Qualifications

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Alaska.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS as required for specialty and any certification relating to the scope of practice as required.

Native Preference

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BCU Approval

ICPA Approval

Equal Opportunity Employer
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