Occupational Therapist
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Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
MercyOne West Des Moines (Floats to Des Moines one day a week) Full-Time 40 hours a week; Day ShiftProvides occupational therapy services including evaluation treatment and documentation in the areas of ADL motor function sensation perception cognitive psychosocial and orthotics upon referral by and under guidance of a qualified physician in accordance with the Iowa Occupational Therapy Practice Act. Work is performed with considerable independence according to standard policy and within program guidelines. Supervises certified occupational therapist assistants and rehab support staff in patient care and non-patient care duties according to licensure law. Provides on-going occupational therapy to infants children adolescents adults and geriatric patients and their families based on assignment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Knows understands incorporates anddemonstratesthe Trinity Health Mission Vision and Values in behaviors practices and decisions.
- Based on assignment: Performs evaluations and treatments (including the application of topical medications used in treatment modalities and/or burn/wound care) to infant child adolescentadultand geriatric patients in a variety of settings. Completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy
- Appropriatelyestablishesand reviews: Plan of care; Goals and priorities with team (including patient/family); Treatment in response to changing patient needs; Educational needs of patient/caregivers; Discharge plan/follow-up care needs.
- Complies withdepartment hospital and regulatory agency guidelines with respect to ethics legalissuesand supervisory relationships.Demonstrates professional accountability per the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
- Demonstratesappropriateand effective written verbal and non-verbal communication with team members through the continuum of care.
- Protectspatient confidentialityin regard tomedical emotional and social status.
- Advocates for the profession through memberships affiliations continuing education communityserviceand legislative support.
- Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.
- Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal State and local laws and regulations Trinity Healths Organizational Integrity Program Standards of Conduct as well as other policies and proceduresin order toensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest ethical and professional behavior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of accredited program in occupational therapy
- BachelorsMastersor Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Iowa
- Previousexperience desired but not
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Certifications must be obtained through the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
- Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3)monthsof hire
- Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative shared leadership environment.
- Mustpossessa personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy mission vision goals and values of Trinity Health.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
