Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Western Missouri Medical Center; Missouri; Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Western Missouri Medical Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat inpatients and outpatients, float to outpatient as needed, and participate in performance improvement activities. The role emphasizes providing high-quality patient care and collaboration with the care team.

The OT will contribute to budgeting and process improvements while maintaining strong communication with patients, families, and staff. A Missouri OT license and current BLS certification are required.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited AOTA-certified school.
• Valid registration and licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
• Current BLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross) required or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• English proficiency to provide/receive instructions and directions.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work within hospital policies and procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Provide occupational therapy interventions and patient/family education.
• Participate in performance improvement programs and development activities.
• Contribute to budgetary planning to support cost-effective services.
• Communicate observations and improvement opportunities to the team.
• Maintain positive rapport with customers and patients.
• Assist with department cleaning, organizing, and equipment safety/status.
• Orient staff and students as needed and appropriate.
• May support outpatient groups and float to outpatient as needed.
• Work collaboratively with other care providers in an interdisciplinary team.

Conocimientos

Self-motivation

English proficiency

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Descripción del empleo

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Occupational Therapists assume responsibility and accountability for a designated group of inpatients and outpatients, including those being treated by a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant under Plans of Care designed by the Occupational Therapist. Occupational Therapists provide occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments in accordance with the Missouri practice act and established hospital and departmental policies and procedures to promote or restore the patients’ highest functional status while providing quality patient care. Will be expected to float to outpatient if needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide occupational therapy interventions and patient/family education.


• Participate in performance improvement programs and development activities.


• Provide input in budgetary planning processes, contribute to cost-effectiveness of services provided by the department.


• Communicate observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement.


• Maintain positive rapport with all customers.


• Participate in department cleaning, organizing, and monitoring equipment safety/status.


• Assist the unit secretary as needed and as appropriate.


• May be assigned to orient staff and students.


• May also assist in WMMC support groups as appropriate.


• Work cooperatively with other patient care providers using interdisciplinary teamwork.


• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.


• Performs other essential duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited AOTA certified school.


• Valid registration and licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.


• Current AHA or Red Cross BLS required or obtained within 60 days of hire.


• Knowledgeable regarding growth and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of patients of all ages as allowed by the Missouri State Practice Act for Occupational Therapists.


• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.


• English sufficient to provide and receive instructions/directions.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.


• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.


• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.


• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.


• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.


• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.


• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.