Occupational Therapist II

Tenet Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Career development opportunities

HSA/FSAs

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare’s St. Marys Hospital in Tucson seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist II to deliver comprehensive OT services. You will assess, plan, implement, and document patient care, collaborating with the health care team to improve outcomes and discharge readiness.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, safety, and patient education. The position requires AZ OT licensure and a minimum of one year of OT experience; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: 1 year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Licensure/Certifications: Valid, current license AZ State Board of OT Examiners; BLS.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in OT.

Responsibilities

• Perform a skilled evaluation through impairment testing and interpret findings.
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned to goals and length of stay.
• Document evaluations, plans, and goals.
• Reassess patient needs and update care plans as needed.
• Provide comprehensive OT services including upper extremity management, activity of daily living, cognition, and client education.
• Utilize modalities and adaptive equipment and teach body mechanics.
• Identify contraindications and follow safety precautions.
• Counsel patients and families regarding treatments and home programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Carondelet St. Marys Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Sign on Bonus: Up to $10,000 SOB Based on Eligibility

Position Summary

Provides Occupational Therapy services to patients and clients including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. The Occupational Therapist II has mastered basic technical and organizational occupational therapy skills. Has skills in evaluating patient responses and uses past experiences and evidence-based practices in providing care and decision- making. There is a focus on outcomes, and care is delivered using a systematic approach. The Occupational Therapist II is able to make independent decisions guided by experience, as well as policies and standards. Consults with other members of the healthcare team when necessary. Maintains acceptable standards of patient care within the clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Perform a skilled evaluation through impairment testing with interpretation of the findings that relate to functional deficits. Problem identification is the therapist’s clinical judgment about the client’s response to actual or potential health conditions or needs.
• Develop treatment plans relevant to clinical findings that provide individualized treatment for patient level-of-care and length-of-stay and that relate to established goals. Provide input to department Supervisor/Manager/Director in reviewing / assessing ongoing treatment plans and progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and goals that relate to clinical findings.
• Reassess patient’s functional need, and adjust care plan as indicated, including documentation of status change
• Provide assessments and treatment such as relates to: Upper Extremity Management: Sensation, Strength/Tone, Range of Motion, Coordination, Edema Control, Desensitization, Psychological Components, Activities of Daily Living, Cognition, Visual Perception, Vocational/Avocational, Patient/Family Education, Functional Mobility, and Body Systems (i.e. musculoskeletal, nervous, integumentary, and cardiovascular
• Provide therapy modalities such as: Iontophoresis, ultrasound, fluidotherapy, contrast bath, paraffin, ice massage, hot/cold packs, electrical stimulation, and compression.
• Demonstrate and instruct patient/caregiver on body mechanics.
• Maintain skills required to use and care for equipment such as pulse oximeter, blood pressure cuff /pulse, exercise equipment, and adaptive equipment and Wheelchairs.
• Identify contraindications for patient. Follow precautions for WB, Cardiac, Contact, spinal precautions, and precautions with total joint replacements
• Demonstrate knowledge of inpatient lab values, diagnostic tests, medications, FIM scale / PAI scoring and the impact on patient.
• Counsel patient and family regarding treatments and modalities and home programs.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience: 1 year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist working in the field of Occupational Therapy
  • Licensure/Certifications: Valid, current license AZ State Board of OT Examiners; BLS
• Preferred Requirements
  • Education: Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a Master’s degree

Organization Description

St. Marys Hospital, established in 1880, is Southern Arizonas longest continually operating hospital and one of the top medical centers in Tucson and the region. Home to the Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute, St. Marys is recognized as a destination hospital for minimally invasive heart and vascular surgery, as well as advanced stroke care, emergency care, wound care and bariatric surgery. St. Marys strives to offer personalized, compassionate care to every patient. Join our team!

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience: 1 year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist working in the field of Occupational Therapy
  • Licensure/Certifications: Valid, current license AZ State Board of OT Examiners; BLS
• Preferred Requirements
  • Education: Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a Master’s degree

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• Perform a skilled evaluation through impairment testing with interpretation of the findings that relate to functional deficits. Problem identification is the therapist’s clinical judgment about the client’s response to actual or potential health conditions or needs.
• Develop treatment plans relevant to clinical findings that provide individualized treatment for patient level-of-care and length-of-stay and that relate to established goals. Provide input to department Supervisor/Manager/Director in reviewing / assessing ongoing treatment plans and progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and goals that relate to clinical findings.
• Reassess patient’s functional need, and adjust care plan as indicated, including documentation of status change
• Provide assessments and treatment such as relates to: Upper Extremity Management: Sensation, Strength/Tone, Range of Motion, Coordination, Edema Control, Desensitization, Psychological Components, Activities of Daily Living, Cognition, Visual Perception, Vocational/Avocational, Patient/Family Education, Functional Mobility, and Body Systems (i.e. musculoskeletal, nervous, integumentary, and cardiovascular
• Provide therapy modalities such as: Iontophoresis, ultrasound, fluidotherapy, contrast bath, paraffin, ice massage, hot/cold packs, electrical stimulation, and compression.
• Demonstrate and instruct patient/caregiver on body mechanics.
• Maintain skills required to use and care for equipment such as pulse oximeter, blood pressure cuff /pulse, exercise equipment, and adaptive equipment and Wheelchairs.
• Identify contraindications for patient. Follow precautions for WB, Cardiac, Contact, spinal precautions, and precautions with total joint replacements
• Demonstrate knowledge of inpatient lab values, diagnostic tests, medications, FIM scale / PAI scoring and the impact on patient.
• Counsel patient and family regarding treatments and modalities and home programs.
• Other duties as assigned