Therapist-Occupational II

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures.

Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing.

Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.

Develops a written plan of care. Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care. Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.

Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care. Reassesses patient's functional status. Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.

Contributes to the development of staff and students. Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. Completes assigned goals.

Specifications Experience Minimum Required 3 years clinical experience or advanced training and certification in area of primary assignment. Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Training- Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice. Special Skills Minimum Required Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required OT;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE Preferred/Desired