Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist 2Jackson North Medical CenterDepartment: Occupational TherapyAddress: 160 NW 170th Street, North Miami Beach, Florida, 33169Shift details: Full Time, 8:00am to 4:30pmSummaryOccupational Therapist 2 is professional work in administering occupational therapy programs in county hospitals and homes. Primary emphasis on coordinating programs in which several patients participate on an individual basis simultaneously, or developing separate projects suited to individual interests and requirements. Work is performed in accordance with recognized professional principles and techniques, and professional judgment is exercised in supervising therapists, participating in initial evaluation and re-evaluation of patients, and in treating patients requiring intensive care.ResponsibilitiesPossesses and maintains an understanding of growth and development principles as they pertain to patients of all ages. Applies this knowledge appropriately in treatment delivery, program development, and instruction of other staff. Acts in a teaching capacity as a clinical expert to new and/or rotating staff therapists and interns. Coordinates the intern clinical education experience in the specialty area and provides direct supervision as necessary. Performs all tasks, including documentation, associated with patient treatment as specified in OT 1 job description. Coordinates in-service education addressing age and diagnostic-specific needs. Assists managers in managing the provision of acute care in the Neuro/HI and SCI areas and make recommendations to the area Manager. Assists Manager in the overall function of the department in keeping appropriate licensure and accreditation requirements, e.g. TJC, HRS. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the principles of growth and development pertaining to all ages of patients, and uses this knowledge to develop appropriate treatment skills in staff. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of groups in the specialty area. Directly supervises clinical staff in provision of patient care services including content of age specific treatment programs, therapeutic relationships, oral and constructive feedback. Evaluates referrals for appropriateness and assigns staff. Arranges for provision of patient services in the absence of staff from the area. Provides input on performance evaluations of staff in specialty area. Attends departmental and supervisory meetings. Identifies problems and issues affecting programs within the department and assists in planning, implementing and evaluating departmental goals and programs. Assists Managers in identifying ways to improve the quality of services provided by specialty area. Performs medical record audits, both hospital and departmental, to evaluate quality and timeliness of documentation. Serves as department resource person to O.T. staff and other health professionals in planning quality programs for all age groups. Represents the O.T. Department to administration and other departments as assigned by or during the absence of Managers. Acts as liaison between O.T. staff and other hospital departments. Represents department and JMH at professional and related meetings and conferences. Coordinates and prioritizes own time in relationship to overlapping demands of supervisory responsibilities, patient treatment, teaching and other assigned duties. Follows and performs all related unit specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific competency checklist. Utilizes job and unit specific equipment as required. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned. Performs additional advanced job duties as deemed by Managers.Generally requires 3 to 5 years of related experience.Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and completion of an internship program are required.Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.Valid Florida license as an Occupational Therapist required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.Physical Requirements - Job function requires extended standing or walking. Must be able to carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds. Able to lift or move objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices. Jobs in this group require frequent visual acuity to perform activities related to extended use of computers. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC). Environmental Conditions - Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public. Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment. May also be exposed to needle sticks, airborne infections, medical gases, X-Ray, chemical exposures and other potential hazards. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when exposed to infectious/clinical hospital environment. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).