Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Peds
Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Peds
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Job Description
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
32Salary Range: $31.00 - $46.50Sign on Bonus!Union Position:
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Hours 9:00am-5:30pmEstablished pediatric oncology caseload
opportunities for professional advancement
competitive continuing education
formal peer mentoring program
Summary
Responsible for utilizing advanced education and training to provide individualized treatment for clients/patients. Assesses clients/patients and designs occupational therapy treatments.Job Description
Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of client/patient. Demonstrates and incorporates knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients. Responsible for maintaining and furthering personal education and training to continue to be viewed as an expert in their field.
Helps clients/patients to develop maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in clients/patients occupations of life. Conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients who have functional cognitive or behavioral impairments. Evaluates physical cognitive developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents clients/patients information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes.
May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers case managers third party payers public organizations etc. May be asked to supervise assistants aides and students as they provide patient care treatment or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.
Will meet criteria for Senior Occupational Therapist designated on annual basis. Ensures all occupational therapy related standards policies protocols and quality requirements are met. Based on facility needs and Good Samaritan Society locations work will focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute long term care and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.Must have a minimum of two years Occupational Therapy experience.
Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable may require valid drivers license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
