Occupational Therapist I - PRN - AAMC

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.

Acute care or related experience preferred; however, new graduates will be considered depending on current departmental staffing.

Conducts Therapy evaluations and treatments using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.

Participate in department or hospital initiative for the community as appropriate.

Demonstrates the ability and required competencies to cross cover by evaluating and treating patients with a variety of diagnoses in various units.

Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, engaging in excellent customer service practices, including but not limited to, following ICARE.

Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides, students, and volunteers.

Consults with and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of therapy services.  Demonstrates ability to use clinical decision-making skills to triage caseload and problem solve patient care issues.