Occupational Therapist- Psychiatry OT-TR, Full Time, First

Occupational Therapist Ot-Tr, Full Time, First Shift, Psychiatry

UC Health is hiring a full time occupational therapist for the first shift at UC Medical Center. The occupational therapist will evaluate, plan, and implement occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients. Follow hospital and department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.

Responsibilities

The occupational therapist will engage in population appropriate communication, have knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks, give clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, involve family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient, identify any physical limitations of the patient and deploy intervention when necessary, recognize and respond appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems, interpret population related data and plans care appropriately, identify and respond appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely, recognize and respond to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect, understand the needs of specialty populations served within psychiatry services, utilize sensory, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention approaches.

The occupational therapist will select appropriate therapeutic assessment tools, upon referral completes a functional comprehensive individualized assessment, develop individualized treatment programs consistent with patient's diagnosis, status, and goals, establish goals/plans of care that include realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patients' goals, diagnosis, prognosis, learning ability of patient/caregiver, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyle, complete evaluations according to departmental policy, evaluate for, recommend/procure needed patient equipment and follow-up, administer/interpret/communicate results of standardized assessments to assist with disposition planning, make recommendations for discharge, including appropriate community referrals.

The occupational therapist will implement the treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team, reassess objective findings, including pain, per department policy, deliver care in a professional and customer-oriented manner, adhere to department safety standards, develop appropriate treatment programs to progress toward goals and progresses programs appropriately, counsel patients and families regarding evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper body mechanics, and home exercises, utilize updated treatment techniques, serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team, identify patients appropriate for therapy interventions based on functional status, develop/lead/co-lead therapeutic groups and individual treatment sessions, monitor patient responses to therapy interventions and modify plans accordingly, aides in mitigating risk and de-escalating crisis situations through non-restrictive interventions, maintain personal safety, utilizing situational awareness and disengagement principles as per department policy, assist in managing safety in the milieu, including participation in restrictive holding principles, seclusion, and or/restraint as per department policy.

The occupational therapist will adhere to hospital/department policies, documentation completed in a timely manner, comply with all pertinent regulatory standards, submit accurate and timely completion of charges.

The occupational therapist will participate in department's performance improvement programs, participate on performance improvement committees as assigned, able to articulate outcomes and improvements, participate in educational in-services/opportunities to advance clinical knowledge/competencies, provide timely presentation of materials to associates, complete mandatory education per hospital/department requirements, active participation in mentoring and orientation to fellow associates and students, as indicated.

The occupational therapist will accept at least one student per year according to departmental needs and demand, provide appropriate leadership and supervision of supportive /assistive staff, adheres to the UC Health initiatives, demonstrates time management skills, meets productivity standards and makes productive use of work time, attends department meetings/in-services and demonstrates professional behavior, participates on committees for the benefit of the department and individual offices as found appropriate, maintains a safe and clean environment, uses hospital information services appropriately, follows UC Health and Human Resource policies, maintains adequate inventory of supplies, promotes a positive atmosphere.

These specific patient populations are served by this position: young adults, adults, and older adults with psychiatric disorders and conditions involving mood, thought, neurocognitive, intellectual/developmental, substance use, and women's health issues.

PRIDE Values

P - Putting Patients and Families First: Above all, we dedicate ourselves to meeting the physical and emotional needs of those we serve. Thoughtfully approaches patients and families and considers their individual situations/statuses in order to provide the best possible experience. Takes pride in UC Health and conducts himself/herself appropriately and professionally at all times. Anticipates needs of patients, families and co-workers and acts upon those needs before being asked. Responds to requests from patients, families and co-workers in a timely fashion. Provides honest information to patients and families in a compassionate manner. Reacts quickly to inconveniences, mistakes and changing conditions. Apologizes when necessary and appropriate. Is respectful of cultural, ethnic or other differences and makes appropriate accommodations to enhance the patient's experience. Thoroughly considers impact on patients, families and co-workers when making business decisions. Values patients, families and co-workers feedback to continuously improve.

R - Showing Respect: We will treat others in a respectful and compassionate manner. Greets patients, visitors and co-workers in a warm, friendly manner and uses hallway and elevator etiquette. Treats everyone as if he or she is the most important person in the facility. Makes eye contact and acknowledges others. Allows patients and visitors to enter and exit elevators first. Walks visitors and patients to their destinations. Does not discuss patient and organizational information in public spaces. Develops and maintains positive relationships with co-workers. Shares knowledge and expertise with co-workers regarding the process or procedure required to carry out specific duties and responsibilities. Acts as a resource for co-workers. Provides information that is pertinent to the situation. Uses easily understood and appropriate language. Listens to the needs of patients, families and co-workers and responds in a timely and sensitive manner. Demonstrates verbal and nonverbal communication that is sensitive to the diverse workforce and communities we serve.

I - Acting with Integrity: We will be fair, honest, transparent and trustworthy in our decisions and actions, always adhering to the highest ethical standards. Actions and decisions support the needs of our patients, employees, the organization and the communities we serve. Holds self and others accountable and does the right thing, even when "no one is looking". Accepts responsibility for words and actions. Knows, understands and takes charge of job responsibilities. Listens and acts without bias. Delivers on commitments. Does what he/she says he/she will do. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to Code of Conduct. Does not disclose or discuss patient information unless there is a job-related requirement. Does not bill for services that are not performed or for items that are not provided. Acknowledges conflict and seeks appropriate resolution. Understands and accepts responsibility for the impact that individual actions have on patients, visitors, co-workers and the organization. Uses proper lines of communication. Follows organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

I - Embracing Inclusion: We will maintain an open mind and seek new and different perspectives to foster a welcoming and diverse environment. Involves employees from other departments when workflow changes may affect other teams. Actively seeks input from diverse groups in order to positively influence outcomes or decision-making. Builds strong working relationships with all team members. Uses interpersonal skills and methods that are sensitive to the diverse workplace and communities we serve. Treats everyone with courtesy and respect. Works cooperatively within own and other departments. Participates in unit or department in-services, meetings and conferences. Share responsibility and is accountable for getting work done.

D - Seeking Discovery: We will work tirelessly to advance the practice of medicine through research and innovation, as well as training and education. Identifies challenges or barriers and proactively works to find solutions. Participates in problem solving activities. Asks for feedback on performance and is open to receiving such feedback. Learns about the roles of co-workers and acknowledges each person's contribution. Learns about the specific needs of the patients and families we serve and continually strives to exceed expectations. Seeks new ways of doing work to become more efficient and effective. Engages in goal alignment and standardization of work processes. Asks for patients, families and employee feedback to influence performance and experience. Learns about best practices and evaluates them for potential implementation. Evaluates current status of experience and performance and seeks out ways to constantly improve.

E - Offering Empathy: We will respect and honor the dignity and experiences of others and provide heartfelt comfort and support. Practices active listening with patients, families and co-workers. Makes eye contact and appropriate nonverbal cues during discussions. Listens to understand rather than preparing to respond. Repeats back what they have heard to ensure proper understanding before responding. Considers the little things that can make a big difference. Thinks through the details before an experience occurs and makes necessary adjustments to enhance the experience. Delivers on any follow-up items in a timely and thorough fashion. Senses tone