Occupational Therapist-HH Per Visit - Multiple Locations
Occupational Therapist-HH Per Visit - Multiple Locations
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Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)This position may cover the tricounty (Berkeley Charleston & Dorchester) area.
HOURS: 8:00am 5:00pm
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
To provide optimal patient care by evaluation program planning and implementation of treatment for patients referred for occupational therapy to restore function and/or prevent disability following disease injury or loss of body part. To evaluate and recommend equipment needed for the patient to achieve an optimal functional level in the home setting. To provide teaching to patients and caregivers on equipment use safety and environmental changes to promote functional status. Responsible for direct supervision of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to ensure that the established treatment plan is followed. The Occupational Therapist may supervise the care provided by the aide to increase the patients functional abilities and rehabilitative potential.
Essential Job Functions
Must have a valid drivers license with a good driving record to make home visits.
Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all work related and sensitive information. Requires a mature individual who projects themselves in a professional manner.
Provides direct handson patient care following patients plan of care and current standards of practice for Occupational Therapy.
Documents all care provided coordination of services orders goals etc. in the patients electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner.
Supervises care provided by the COTA and Home Health Aides to ensure that treatment goals are being met.
Coordinates with other disciplines agencies/companies families etc. to ensure that the care needs of the patient are met.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Current licensure to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of South Carolina is required. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
Primary Source Verification (if applicable): Occupational Therapist LLR website of a school of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Work Experience
Minimum one year experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Training
N/A
Language
N/A
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also select the age of the patient population served:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates 04 weeks)
Infant 112 months)
Pediatrics 112 years)
Adolescents 1317 years)
Adults 1864 years)
Geriatrics 65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work. Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Longdistance or air travel as needed not to exceed 10 travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to offsite locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Other:
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Frequent standing. Frequent walking. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Intermittent lifting moving or carrying up to 50 lbs. Intermittent pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Frequent reaching with hands/arms. Frequent stooping kneeling crouching or crawling. Frequent driving. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Requires work under stressful conditions deadlines or irregular hours. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department. Ability to read and comprehend. Possible exposure to unclean environments toxic substances pharmaceutical preparations hazardous and unsafe driving conditions and other conditions common to delivery of health care in the community.
Physical Requirements
This section addresses the physical demands and work position of the associate in the role. Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirements for each physical demand and work position below.
Physical Demands
Frequency
Lifting/ Carrying 050 lbs.
Lifting/ Carrying 50100 lbs.
Push/ Pull 050 lbs.
Push/ Pull 50100 lbs.
Stoop Kneel
Crawling
Climbing
Balance
Bending
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
This section addresses the additional physical requirements/hazards on the associate in the role. Please identify ALL additional physical requirements/hazards.
Physical Requirements Select if a physical requirement for this job.
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity far
Acuity near
Not applicable to this position
Hazards Select if a potential hazard for this job.
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Other:
Not applicable to this position
Skills
Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients the public and other health care professionals.
Must be able to communicate effectively with people of various cultural and educational backgrounds.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Home Health Services OT Roper HospitalIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
