Inpatient Per Diem Occupational Therapist

Summary

The Occupational Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Occupational Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Occupational Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs ongoing evaluations throughout the episode of care.

Responsibilities

• Communicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleagues
• Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication
• Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener
• Demonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within the academic medical center and in the community
• Examines and evaluates patients
• Establishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care
• Implements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictions
• Directs and coordinates patients’ rehabilitation plan of care
• Evaluates patients’ progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly
• Educates/Trains patients/caregivers
• Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources
• Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy
• Completes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards
• Makes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or services
• Consistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical care
• Seeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care
• Complies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelines
• Participates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiatives
• Provides education to other hospital departments/personnel, students, and outside agencies/schools
• Determines priorities according to departmental and patient care need
• Participates in community-based professional events
• Participates in ongoing educational activities
• Supports and promotes departmental teamwork
• Completes mandatory departmental and hospital training

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution is required.
• Master’s or Doctorate level degree in Occupational Therapy is preferred.
• State license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health is required.
• New graduates considered. Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.