Supplemental Occupational Therapist, weekend priority, Katy Rehab
Job Summary
The Supplemental Occupational Therapist assesses patients then develops and initiates a treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation may include measurement of physical, cognitive, perceptual and/or developmental skill as they relate to maximizing level of independence in the occupational performance areas along the continuum of life. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers.
About the Role
Memorial Hermann pursues a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's or graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university-based Occupational Therapy program.
Licenses/Certifications: Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners license required.
Experience / Knowledge / Skills: One (1) year of experience preferred.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns.
Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.
Serves as a clinical instructor to OT and OTA interns.
Affords assistance in program development within the department.
Affords assistance in supervision of support staff.
Demonstrates expertise in treatment of a particular patient population.
Participates actively in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession.
Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Principal Accountabilities
Affords responsibility in the care of the patient.
Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician’s referral.
Accurately interprets evaluation findings.
Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
Implements an occupational therapy treatment program and provides advanced occupational therapy treatments.
Demonstrates competency in performing advanced occupational therapy skills.
Affords assessment of patients periodically to monitor progress towards treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated.
Supervises assistants and rehabilitation technicians with regards to patient care.
Motivates and instructs patients/caregivers using appropriate methods.
Communicates effectively with patient/caregiver and professional colleagues including physicians and insurance companies.
Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
Serves as clinical resource to staff, hospital, community and/or systems or departmental committee/task force.
Acts as clinical instructor to OT and OTA interns.
Affords assistance in program development within the department.
Affords assistance in supervision of support staff.
Demonstrates expertise in treatment of a particular patient population.
Participates actively in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession.
Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.