Occupational Therapist (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

This position exists to provide excellent occupational therapy services. The purpose of this position is to implement therapy programs for patients referred to the system as well as providing health and wellness education. Minimum Qualifications: Required Graduate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) program. Montana Licensure (Occupational Therapist). American Heart Association BLS. Participates in two (2) hours of initial cerebrovascular disease (stroke) education within one (1) year of hire. Preferred Two (2) years of hospital (inpatient/outpatient) occupational therapy experience. Essential Job Functions: In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements Bozeman Health policy and other registry requirements. Evaluates physical and functional status including muscle groups motor function upper extremity function ADL s coordination and neurological status. Implements a plan of treatment as indicated by evaluations (includes manual therapy and/or modalities and therapeutic exercise splinting fabrication/modifications). Prepares and instructs appropriate therapeutic exercise programs and develops home programs. Documents initial evaluations re-evaluations progress notes daily treatment education and discharge summaries within compliance of BH Rehab policies. Educates patients families and caregivers in strategies to manage pain improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care. Documents appropriately. Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved. (family caregiver patient). Performs Functional Capacity Evaluations and /or Work Screens (ie. department employee screens) and Driver s evaluations (if trained). Builds plan of care and implements treatment according to evaluation results with treatment strategies including therapeutic activities therapeutic exercise neuromuscular reeducation and ADL training splinting AAC and mobility consultations as needed. Collaborates with other disciplines and health care providers as needed to provide education or treatment planning. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Demonstrate sound judgment patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Exercise tact discretion sensitivity and maintains confidentiality. Perform essential job functions successfully in a fast-paced environment. Learn current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health. Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills. Analyze organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines. Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service People Integrity Respect Improvement and Teamwork. Schedule Requirements This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational patient or employee needs. Physical Requirements Lifting (Repeatedly 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects or people. Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination. Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders stairs scaffolding ramps poles and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms. Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting bending and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints. Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting carrying pushing or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder requiring strength and stability. Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward downward or outward. Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling. Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens printed materials and handwritten materials. Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks remember processes maintain focus complete tasks independently and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow. Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens such as blood bodily fluids or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products disinfectants and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions. *Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time) Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time) Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time) Rarely (3% - 1% of the time) Never (0%).

Shift: Days: 8:00am- 4:30pm and every other weekend

Specialty Type: Rehabilitation Therapy

Sub Specialties: Occupational Therapist

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