Occupational Therapist : GMH Acute Care, Full Time, Days

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Job Summary

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to principles and practices of occupational therapy. Participates in operational and clinical functions for the department, hospital and corporation. Provides direction and assistance to Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapy Students, and Therapy Aides in the area of patient care. Complies with laws and regulations of appropriate state and federal agencies and Joint Commission guidelines. An advanced level of clinical and interpersonal skills are required. Behaviours that support the purpose statements of the department and hospital are expected.

Accountabilities

Performs appropriate initial occupational therapy evaluations and re-evaluations and designs an occupational therapy plan of care - 25%

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of diagnoses / conditions seen in occupational therapy
• Selects, performs, and interprets the results of OT examinations of neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems
• Accurately performs and interprets standardized evaluations appropriate for the patient
• Identifies actual or potential problems that would impact the OT treatment plan as well as the overall patient plan of care
• Establishes specific treatment goals based on the results of the initial assessment
• Designs the treatment plan appropriate for the patient's age, educational level, and cultural background
• Designs a plan of intervention that is coordinated and integrated with other services.
• Revises the treatment plan as indicated

Implements and manages a specific and comprehensive treatment plan, and participates in patient discharge planning - 15%

Complies with departmental policies for documentation - 10%

Supervision - 10%

Productivity - 10%

Achieves Annual Goals - 10%

Supervisory / Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a Supervisor, Manager, or Director

Minimum Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an NBCOT approved program

No previous experience required

Required Certifications

Licensed by SC Board of OT

BLS

Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

Demonstrates clinical competency based on patient's age

Effective at Data Conversion

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Greenville Memorial Med Campus

Facility

1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department

10087371 Occupational Therapy

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