Occupational therapist - health hospital

Occupational Therapist
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for therapy evaluations, treatment planning, implementation and discharge planning for patients in the home setting in accordance with established ministry policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. As a member of the multi-disciplinary Hospice team, the therapist assumes responsibility for communication of patient related issues for appropriate team members or other agency staff and participates in the collection and evaluation of data necessary to assess the appropriateness of care at home. The Occupation Therapist also assumes responsibility for those patients being treated by home health aides and may be assigned to orient staff and students.
Evaluate physical and functional status as well as cognitive, psychological and perceptual function of the patient and caregiver to determine the patient's capabilities to function safely at home, and to assess the home and family/caregiver for safety risks and ability to support and care for the patient at home.
Develop a therapy plan of care in collaboration with patients/families; communicate the plan of care to the multidisciplinary Hospice team to form a collaborative patient care plan; provide care in accordance with physician orders and the established plan of care; Provide patient/family education and counseling regarding issues related to treatments and goals, safety risks and/or other issues within scope of practice.
Provide case management of the patient's care plan and provide supervision and ongoing coordination of services and resources as indicated in the patient's care plan.
Document assessments, interventions, and communications accurately and timely according to established standards.
Communicate pertinent medical and clinical information to the hospice Interdisciplinary team, including information regarding the patient's care plan, implementation of changes per physician order and assuring adequate medical follow-up.
Participate in team reassessments and discharge planning; teaches patient or family discharge therapy program.
Recommend and facilitate appropriate medical and/or rehabilitation followed up once Home Infusion/Hospice services have been discontinued; Evaluate, recommend and assists in obtaining adaptive equipment; fabricate adaptive equipment as needed.
Adapt equipment and techniques for use to the home setting assuring optimum function and safety; provide consultation or appropriate referrals regarding resources and barriers in the community.
Organize and coordinate transfer of patient information when additional complementary therapies are requested and when patient care is provided by another clinical agency.
Educate ministry staff, hospital staff and community resources regarding therapy services for hospice patients in the home.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of hospice nursing, MSW, volunteer, chaplain, HHA, and other rehabilitation disciplines in order to make appropriate referrals for those services.
Instruct and supervise Hospice Aides with regard to programs to be carried out by the Aide including functional skill techniques, exercise and activity programs needed to achieve hospice goals; Contribute to overall Hospice team function through effective time management and communication; Required - Bachelor's or Masters Degree Occupational Therapy
D. in Occupational Therapy (also acceptable in lieu of Bachelor's/Master's)
CA:Preferred - Coursework/Training Training in Treatment of Adult Hemiplegia and Hand Therapy.
OR:Required - Coursework/Training Occasionally a position will require specialized Occupational Therapy training to meet a particular department need.
Required - 1 year Experience in acute care, rehabilitation, or home care.
Required - Occasionally a position will require specialized Occupational Therapy experience to meet a particular department need.

Required - 1 year At least one (1) year occupational therapy experience with adult physical disabilities required.
Preferred - 3 years Three (3) years experience providing in-home care or in related rehabilitation setting preferred.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces integrated healthcare at home philosophy.
Demonstrated skills in occupational therapy assessment and treatment skills required; knowledge of hospice and palliative care practices preferred.
Knowledge of the Medicare Conditions of Participation and other regulatory guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with families in crisis while maintaining professional boundaries and personal self-care strategies for dealing with stress.
Able to prioritize work assignments and meet productivity and quality standards; Proficient in using computers and Microsoft Office Suite programs required. Knowledge of Electronic Health Record systems preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

Alaska Occupational Therapist License (Vendor Managed)
Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. See policy for additional information.

California Occupational Therapist License (Vendor Managed)
Oregon Occupational Therapist License (Vendor Managed)
Washington Occupational Therapist License (Vendor Managed)
Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.