Occupational Therapist II Acute Care

Under general supervision, delivers occupational therapy (OT) services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans in accordance with the Maryland Occupational Therapy Practice Act. Assists with the overall operation of the department. Will demonstrate competency in treating multiple patient populations within the acute care setting.
Education:
BS, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy

Experience:
1 year of experience, acute care experience preferred

Licensures/Certifications:
• Current Maryland license as an Occupational Therapist.
• Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).

Skills:
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy theories, practices, and standards
• Entry level skills in oral and written communication
• Skill in organization
• Ability to set priorities and schedule patients utilizing time efficiently
• Ability to evaluate patient function, develop treatment plans, and monitor patient progress
• Ability to utilize standardized tests to support documentation
• Ability to demonstrate of excellent customer service skills
• Ability to manage an average caseload of 6 patients per 8-hour day
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn EMR navigation

Physical Requirements:

Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to seventy-five percent (75%) of work time when developing and administering treatments, observing patients, and maintaining records or dealing with staff Ability to stand and walk >60% of the time. Ability to lift ≥ 30 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Normal patient care environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperatures, and the like Ability to perform work while using personal protective equipment (PPE).

Conditions of Employment:

Current Maryland license as Occupational Therapist

Current Healthcare Provider (CPR certification).

Principles Duties and Responsibilities:
Patient Care
1. Evaluation
• Evaluates the patient's functional status including:
• Review of the medical history, diagnosis, and physician's order
• Observation and interview of patient/caregiver.
• Application of appropriate assessment procedure
• Determines short and long-term goals with patient/caregiver input; establishes plan of care based upon evaluation results and input of other team members
• Identifies barriers to patient care
2. Treatment
Implements appropriate therapeutic interventions; progresses treatment plan in areas of self care, activities of daily living, posture, positioning, and homemaking; teaches patients/caregivers activities to reinforce therapeutic interventions; provides/fits/constructs appropriate assistive devices or splints, and recognizes, patient distress signals which need follow-up
• Documents evaluations/re-evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes; records data required for statistics, billing, and quality improvement activities as appropriate.
• Utilizes the assistance of Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants (COTA), rehab techs and volunteers as appropriate, providing supervision as required by regulations.
• Consistently provides both written and verbal patient education
3. Clinical Collaboration
• Communicates with multidisciplinary team members both formally and informally, discussing evaluation findings, patient progress, and other pertinent information.
• Communicates with patients/caregivers to allay anxieties; seeks input and elicits cooperation.
• Participates in discharge planning with interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation program.
Teaching, Training, Mentoring
• Provides a positive experience for assigned medical residents who perform rotation within the department
• Provides a positive experience for at least one volunteer or student shadow experience
• Acts as a resource for new staff
Department Initiatives
• Receptive to change, promoting and complying with departmental initiatives
Team Work
• Consistently demonstrates flexibility with patient schedule to accommodate same day evaluations, POD#0 evaluations, re-evaluations, and follow-up treatments
• Identifies and communicates issues related to the working environment
• Utilizes chain of command effectively to promote cohesion and teamwork
Professional Growth & Development:
• Independently recognizes own clinical limitations and seeks education
• Actively seeks advice and incorporates feedback from OT mentor/Program Manager
• Utilizes evidence based research for clinical practice and documentation
Performance Improvement
• Actively seeks advice and/or demonstrates incorporation of feedback for performance
• Participates in performance improvement activities, collecting data and suggesting areas for improvement.
• Adheres to performance improvement/LDM requirements per department plan
Leadership Collaboration
• Resolves unit issues/problems, developing resolutions and following up with both departmental staff and unit.
• Will perform at least 3 annual peer reviews
Fiscal accountability
• Demonstrates proficiency in proper billing and coding
• Utilizes time management skills to increase productivity, meets minimum monthly standard 10/12 months

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations

• Actively pursues learning and self-development

• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others

• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them

• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties

• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team

• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way

• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions

• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment

• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment

• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services

• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles

• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range
$33.06 - $54.22
Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.