Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Receives and interprets requests or instructions for occupational therapy procedures. Employee may carry out or oversee the work of lower graded assistants or technicians to accommodate requests.

Completes a preliminary review/examination of patient data (including medical history), compiles and organizes pertinent information relative to the occupational therapy care to be rendered.

Knowledge of advanced occupational therapy techniques to perform functions associated within the occupational therapy scope of practice, including assessment and treatment techniques for occupational, cognitive and psychological functional deficits.

Ability to adapt and modify assessment tools and treatments to the complexity of the diagnosis or disabilities for a variety of general medical, surgical, orthopedic, neurological and psychiatric patients with complex medical conditions.

Demonstrate the clinical reasoning necessary to identify the need for further in-depth specific assessment of function and utilization of non-standard methods and techniques.

Complete assessments and implement treatment plans including caregiver and staff education regarding positioning, proper seating and use and safety with wheeled mobility devices.

Independently solving complex clinical problems.

Persuades and motivates veterans and family members to participate in treatment plans and comply with indicated regimens and post-discharge activities. Interacts with the patient and family regarding goals for treatment.

Assists patients and significant others in utilization of VA and community resources for transition back into the community, including knowledge of Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Service Home Improvement and Structural Alterations Grant.

Supervise the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to ensure initiation and compliance of established treatment plan and goals.

Supports the occupational safety, health and fire safety program of the health care system by applying approved regulations, practices and work methods.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual/remote position.

Functional Statement #: 56764-F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Preferred Experience:

• Previous or current experience with assessment and treatment in an outpatient setting.
• Ability to assess and treat patients with chronic pain using a biopsychosocial approach.
• Familiarity with providing Occupational therapy assessment and follow up using virtual care options including telephone or video platforms.
• Previous or current experience with assessment and treatment in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Previous or current experience working with patient's in a home setting or completion of home safety assessments.
• Previous or current experience with assessment and treatment in an acute care setting, including post op orthopedic patients.
• Basic experience and knowledge with seating system fitting and training including manual and power options.

US Department of Veterans Affairs