Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistThe Occupational Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/or Assistant Clinical Manager of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Occupational Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Occupational Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations throughout episode of care.Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.ResponsibilitiesCommunicationDemonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within the academic medical center and in the community.Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communicationCommunicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleaguesCommunicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients' careAdjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listenerPrincipal DutiesExamines and evaluates patientsEstablishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of careImplements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictionsDirects and coordinates patients' rehabilitation plan of careEvaluates patients' progress and revises goals and plan of care accordinglyEducates/ Trains patients/caregiversAnticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resourcesCompletes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policyCompletes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/ medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standardsMakes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or servicesConsistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical careSeeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient careAdditional DutiesComplies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelinesParticipates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiativesProvides education to other hospital departments/personnel, students, and outside agencies/schoolsDemonstrates ability to flex schedule based on department, patient, and/or caregiver needDetermines priorities according to departmental and patient care needParticipates in community based professional eventsParticipates in ongoing educational activitiesSupports and promotes departmental teamworkCompletes mandatory departmental and hospital trainingMinimum Qualifications: Basic KnowledgeBachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution is required. Master's or Doctorate level degree in Occupational Therapy is preferred.State license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health is required.Experience:New graduates considered.Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.Work Environment and Physical Requirements:Fit for duty as documented by OSHA standards and program specific needs.Independent Action:Performs independently within the department's policies and practices.Refers specific complex problems to ACM and/or Clinical Manager when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required.Independently sets goals for professional development.Membership and involvement in discipline specific professional organization and/or other clinically relevant organization is strongly encouraged.Supervisory Responsibility:No direct supervision. However, pursuant to the state of Rhode Island Rules and Regulations for Licensing Occupational Therapists, a licensed Occupational therapist shall at all times be responsible for the supervision of certified occupational therapy assistants, supportive personnel, and students to ensure the safety and welfare of patients. Provides consistent and thorough supervision of assistants, aides, therapists, and volunteers including cosigning notes, reviewing patient treatment plans and goals.Pay Range: $71,136.00-$117,353.60EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903Work Type: Variable (8-10 hr shifts)Work Shift: DayDaily Hours: 8 hoursDriving Required: No