Occupational Therapist - Jim Thorpe Outpatient Rehab - Edmond

Full Time
Oklahoma
Posted
Job description
The Occupational Therapist assumes responsibility for the ethical and cost effective management, delivery, outcomes and communication of patient care within the scope of practice of their respective disciplines. This position requires population specific competencies. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
* Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy and licensed or eligible for license in the state of Oklahoma within 6 months of hire date (must present letter/permit proving eligibility upon hire.) * Previous experience is preferred * Aquatics department prefers 2 years experience and aquatic experience; water safety certification required within 6 months of employment * Hand Therapy department prefers Certified Hand Therapist * Therapy Resource Pool department prefers two years experience * Community Re-Entry requires ability to obtain commercial drivers license, and prefers 2 years experience in inpatient rehabilitation * Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal/written)
The Occupational Therapist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: * Interprets referrals; examines, evaluates, and develops and modifies occupational therapy plan of care including anticipated goals and expected outcomes for patients * Implements and assesses appropriate occupational therapy patient care interventions and develops discharge plans in order to alleviate impairment * Directs Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to perform specific components of treatment and interventions and remains responsible for the episode of patient care * Supervises and coordinates the delegation and implementation of patient care of licensed personnel, home health aides, and students * Maintains and submits all required patient documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with home health policies and procedures The Occupational Therapist reports to Rehab Clinical Manager This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Moderate exposure to hazardous risks, including potential for exposures to infections and communicable diseases, blood, and body fluids, mechanical and electrical equipment, variety of chemicals, and sharp equipment (debridement, splinting and kitchen equipment). Potential for bodily injury related to lifting and cumulative stress. Potential for incidents of workplace violence (agitated, confused, combative patients or angry family member). Must follow universal safety precautions. Frequent exposure to hydrocollator. Moderate to frequent exposure to oven, stove, microwave, and heat gun depending on venue of care. May be exposed to constant interruptions, noise, disagreeable odors, and assorted chemicals. Must cope with high caseloads and multiple demands. Frequent exposure to pool chemicals. Frequent exposure to heat and humidity in pool area. Exposed to traffic and weather conditions while riding with patients who are driving. Potential for high stress level. Potential for involvement in accidents involving property damage, injury and even death. Frequent exposure to weather extremes. Required to work with plants. Frequent exposure to outside elements, dirt, dust, pollens, herbicides and gardening chemicals. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

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