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Occupational Therapist Acute Care

Occupational Therapist Acute Care

Intermountain HealthGrand Junction, Colorado, United States
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description :

This position is responsible for screening, testing, evaluating, diagnosing and treatment of injuries, diseases, and disabilities using occupational therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with standard occupational therapy practices. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient centered care.

Posting Specifics

  • Shift Details : Full-time; 36 hours / week
  • Location : St. Mary's Regional Hospital; Acute Care

In Grand Junction, you're surrounded by countless outdoor activities (see Colorado National Monument ), near access to world-class ski resorts ( Aspen and Snowmass ), and 3 National parks (Arches, Canyonlands, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison) while being in a community that is home to 30 wineries and tasting rooms. With 300 days of sunshine and four seasons, Grand Junction's a wonderful place to live.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients? Join our dedicated team as an Acute Care Occupational Therapist! We are seeking a compassionate and skilled professional to help our patients achieve their fullest potential through innovative and personalized therapy. If you are committed to fostering growth and development in a supportive and collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!

What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the "Power of We."

As an Occupational Therapist at St. Mary's Regional Hospital, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by :

  • Competent Services : Providing skilled occupational therapy services, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups. Conducting evaluations and treatments according to professional standards (AOTA), considering diagnosis, history, and physician referrals, and developing care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments.
  • Productivity Standards : Meeting established productivity standards for the department or service line.
  • Documentation and Billing : Keeping thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies. Completing patient billing accurately and promptly.
  • Communication : Communicating effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals. Ensuring smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services.
  • Patient Care and Supervision : Managing all aspects of patient care and education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff, and students to ensure high-quality care.
  • Continuing Education : Participating in and promoting continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.
  • Quality Improvement : Engaging in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience, and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model. Participating in utilization review audits.
  • Meetings : Participating in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and necessary professional and work groups in collaboration / consensus with leaders.
  • Program Development and Marketing : Contributing to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals.
  • Qualifications

  • Current Occupational Therapist license in states where you work.
  • Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Possess skill sets and experience with the target population of the job setting.
  • Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
  • Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
  • Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
  • Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
  • Need to walk and assist with transporting / ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing / pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
  • May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
  • Location :

    St. Marys Regional Hospital

    Work City : Grand Junction

    Work State : Colorado

    Scheduled Weekly Hours :

    36

    The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

    $42.66 - $65.82

    We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

    Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

    Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.

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