Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Occupational Therapist - Adult Acute - Limited Duration Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2024-31531 Position Category Rehabilitative Position Type Limited Duration Part-Time Job Type AFSCME union represented Department 8A Rehab - Acute Rehabilitation Services Salary Range $44.91 - $61.65 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity) FTE 0.75 Schedule Wednesday, Thursday, 7 hour shifts; Friday, Saturday 8 hour shifts Hours Wednesday, Thursday, 7 hour shifts; Friday, Saturday 8 hour shifts HR Mission Healthcare Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

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The purpose of this position is to function as a member of the Adult Acute Care Rehabilitation services patient care team by providing occupational therapy services such as ADL training, energy conservation, splint fabrication for upper extremities, exercise, sensory integrations and perceptual/cognitive training to assist patients in improving their function at home and in the community. Treatment also included patient/family education, and various therapeutic procedures to assist patients in improving function, strength, endurance and functional mobility. Therapists evaluate each appropriately referred patient, establish treatment goals and objectives, develop and implement the treatment plan, and assist in the process of discharge planning and post-hospital placement. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns, assist with other educational research activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentation and productivity. This position may include weekend shift rotation.

Function/Duties of Position

Provides a safe therapeutic environment

Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employeesUtilizes proper posture, sound body mechanics and principles for safe patient handlingConsiders the needs of patients, employees, medical staff, volunteers, vendors and members of the community in an informative, courteous and compassionate mannerMaintains general good physical and mental health and self-care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety of self and others in the hospitalMaintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for the patients, family and staff. Includes, but is not limited to: maintaining supplies, equipment and forms, notifying appropriate personnel when cleaning or repair of equipment is needed, following infection control policies

Professionalism

Maintains current knowledge of professional practice responsibilities and relevant national and state laws and issues which affect their practiceParticipates in departmental staff meetings, huddles and in-service education programsDisplays mature, empathetic and effective professional relationships by exhibiting compassion, integrity and concern for othersConducts oneself in an ethical and legal manner, upholding the AOTA Code of Ethics, OHSU, federal privacy policies, and state statues/OAR’s specific to disciplineAdapts to changing and demanding environments

Service

Demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills in all interactions with patients and family, including both telephone and face-to-face situationsDemonstrates active listening skills and supportive, professional behavior at all times, to patients, families and staffAddresses complaints and problems promptly and courteously, involving management when indicatedCommunicates with patients and families, other healthcare team members, in a timely and cost-efficient, courteous manner

Evaluation and Caseload Management

Prioritizes patients care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationEvaluates patients to determine appropriateness of referralIdentifies rehab potential, establishes treatment goals specific to the scope of acute care rehabilitation, including functional outcomes, quantitative measures and target datesDevelops treatment plans to achieve identified goalsDocuments evaluations in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteriaEnters accurate codes for services performed and bills time in patient care accuratelyProvides consultation in a time-efficient manner for patients, specific to care area; requesting orders and/or providing guidance to the patient’s team regarding activity or prevention of complications

Provides skilled rehabilitation treatment

Prioritizes care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationPerforms and documents skilled patient care activities, including direct treatment and caregiver/patient/family educationMonitors and adjusts treatment plans specific to patient progressFabricates and adjusts splints to meet patient needsCommunicates patient needs and promotes carryover of strategies, precautions, etc. with nursing and other caregiversUpdates recommendations to team regarding continuing rehabilitation needs and plan as patient’s condition and situations warrantDirects, supports and provides supervision as required for aides and volunteersDevelops and enhances patient care program and patient outcomes in specialty areaDocuments treatment and other patient contacts in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria

Care Coordination

Collaborates with patient, family, and medical team in multidisciplinary patient rounds, ensuring a common level of understanding of the patient’s rehabilitation needs, and providing recommendations for rehab after dischargeRequests patient/family conferences as appropriate, and participates in conferences representing department, heightens awareness of and advocates for rehab needs of patientEnhances patient safety both during and after hospitalization by assisting the team in problem-solving, including but not limited to vision, ADL, and cognition impairmentsProvides feedback and educates physicians, fellows, residents, and other health care providers about rehabilitation (including but not limited to medical necessity for skilled rehabilitation services and appropriate referrals and expectations for rehab outcome and intensity at various levels of care)

Clinical Education

Provides evidence-based clinical instruction experiences and supervision for OT studentsEnsure student completion of weekly goals; identifies and facilitates achievement of affiliation objectivesProvides regular feedback and completes evaluations on scheduleParticipates in the supervision and training for students from other disciplines

Performance Improvement and Professional Development

Assists in department quality improvement. Independently maintains an organized schedule, solves schedule conflicts through peer collaboration and informs supervisor when adequate patient coverage in not availableIdentifies and pursues continuing education opportunities; applies and shares new knowledgeTakes responsibility for special projects and assignments, and additional caseload when neededCompletes 2 hours (or specific DNV requirement) specific continuing education, including but not limited to, attendance in continuing education courses, grand rounds, departmental competencies. Ref: DNV standard CR.4

Department Operations

Ensures scheduler/manager has ongoing, current availability for schedulingResponds in a timely manner to scheduling requestsMeets or exceeds departmental efficiency standards Required Qualifications

BS, BA, MS or OTD in Occupational Therapy

Current American Heart BLS CPR certification

Current State of Oregon Occupational Therapy License

Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a wholeMust be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation Preferred Qualifications OTDAcute hospital, SNF, inpatient rehab experience or student affiliation Additional Details

Pay Range: $44.91 - $61.65 per hour

Inpatient hospital environmentAbility to lift 40 lbs, repeatedly carry equipment weighing more than 5 lbs and walk extensively on hard and soft surfaces. Frequent bending and reaching to navigate medical equipment or perform treatment is required. Must have knowledge of inpatient medical environments and equipment such as oxygen, ventilation, respiratory apparatuses. Requires ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.