Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

The Adventure Begins Here The Community –

Hermiston, Oregon Discover treasures around every corner here in Hermiston! While here, you'll discover a number of things to do for the whole family. Make sure to check out the Hermiston Parks & Recreation, where programs galore are offered for both kids and adults year-round. The Desert Lanes Bowling Alley & Arcade is a simple (and cheap) way to spend your afternoon or evening. Of course, if you're wanting to spend more time outside, there's the Kik's Golf Center with year-round golf practice with covered and natural grass hitting areas; the facility has a short game area of clipping and putting too! Looking to cool off a bit? The Hermiston Aquatic Center is the place to be! Jump in and make a big splash at the Hermiston Aquatic Center at the base of the Hermiston Butte. Wanting to take in a little culture? There are two symphonies you can take advantage of! Eastern Oregon is home to both the Oregon East Symphony and the Inland Northwest Musicians. The Inland Northwest Musicians ensembles have performed over 400 concerts in more than 50 communities in Eastern Oregon and Southeast Washington. It is the only truly regional classical music organization in the Pacific Northwest. Whether your preferences are indoors or out, there's a great adventure in store for you while you're in Hermiston! Explore more about Hermiston, OR here.

About the Facility

Regency Hermiston and Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care Services while focusing on the unique qualities of each individual in a compassionate and caring environment. Their experienced team of nursing, dietary, social services, therapy, therapeutic recreation, and certified nursing assistants provide physician-directed care, based on the needs of each individual. Their programs offer a full range of treatments when recovering from a serious injury, illness, or surgery. Through collaboration with the resident, their family, medical providers, and their staff, they develop a personalized plan that promotes faster recovery so the resident can return home sooner.

Occupational Therapist - Responsibilities

• Shall provide all personnel, supervision, materials and other items and services necessary to effectively evaluate and provide occupational therapy services.
• Services shall be provided onsite.
• Shall provide ongoing therapy to patients in treatment as identified by their specific plan.
• Provide prompt completion and delivery of evaluation reports.
• If requested to, will attend all Initial Eligibility meetings to review evaluation results.
• All evaluation reports will be completed within 30 calendar days.
• Following the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as set forth by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
• Adhering to all facility, PM&Rs, Occupational Therapy policies and procedures.
• Demonstrating a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with patients, families, and co-workers, using tact sensitivity, sound judgment and professional attitudes.
• Communicating with customers (e.g., Veterans, family members, and the general public), coworkers and supervisors in a courteous, tactful, friendly and cooperative manner.
• Working with a great deal of independence in planning and carrying out complex treatment routines, adapting treatment procedures and changing or modifying treatment plans, with prior approval from the supervisor.

Occupational Therapist - Requirements

• A degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Occupational Therapist license in the current state of Oregon.
• Must meet Clinical Competency standards.
• Current CPR certification is preferred but not mandatory.

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