Occupational Therapist (PRN)

Overview Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist (PRN) role at UVA Community Health. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day. Job Description Occupational Therapist Job Code: OT1425 PRN Position Job Type Classification: Nonexempt Supervises Positions: No Job Summary The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The employee may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time. Responsible for providing therapy services consistent with licensure to clients including evaluation of patient, establishing plan of care, implementing treatment, directing and educating patient and/or caregiver and documentation of the above. Supervise therapy assistants, technicians, students, and volunteers as applicable. Communicate with other health care providers regarding client care and treatment plans. Provide training and education for hospital staff as requested. Complete patient documentation in a timely manner to meet regulatory and organizational requirements. Attend continuing education programs and present findings to appropriate staff as applicable. Review and complete all insurance authorization requirements for patients in a timely manner. Assist with performance improvement for rehab department and hospital. Understand use and precautions of any treatments and equipment used. Positively contributes to the departmental financial performance/productivity. Patient Care Delivers care that is consistent with the team member’s discipline in accordance with the specific therapy practice act, guidelines, and code of ethics of the respective organization, i.e., APTA, ASHA, AOTA. Completes patient evaluations and treatments independently while maintaining patient safety. Appropriately seeks guidance and assistance when necessary. Independently establishes/implements treatment goals and plans based on patient input and evaluation and assessment results. Reassesses outcomes and modifies goals and plans to meet changing needs of the patient. Schedules patient activities according to patient individual needs. Teamwork Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members and coworkers. Functions as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Accepts responsibility for actions; seeks, accepts, and acts positively upon feedback from others. Shares responsibility for effective internal communications through a team approach. Organizes individual patient caseload in collaboration with team workload demands. Performs daily administrative/office activities to ensure efficient flow of care within team. Technical Competency Demonstrates technical competencies and job knowledge as it pertains to rehabilitative care. Acquires and maintains knowledge of clinical therapy practice by identifying continuing education needs and participating in educational opportunities. Provides orientation and guidance to new rehabilitation staff in work area as requested. Additional Duties The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor\'s Degree or higher from an accredited OT program. Experience: No experience necessary. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure: Virginia State Occupational Therapy license or Compact Privilege. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A Physical Demands Physical Demand Code: 23A, Therapist Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. Other May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Comparative postings and referrals are provided for context but do not form part of the official job description. #J-18808-Ljbffr UVA Community Health