Tahoe Forest Health System·Truckee, California
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and implementing treatment modalities for patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. They collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized therapy programs and monitor patient progress.
Bargaining Unit: Non Represented
$55.80/hour + DOE
Summary Under the direct supervision of the manager, the Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for providing patient care services consisting of evaluation and implementation of modalities and treatments in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and as indicated by licensing agencies in the State of practice (CA/NV). Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Organizes and conducts medically prescribed Occupational Therapy services including evaluation and treatment.
Effectively utilizes appropriate resources to ensure sensitive, personal care to individuals who require occupational therapy services.
Plans individualized therapy programs for each patient.
Collaborates with other team members and services in the hospital to assure that services and activities can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the patients.
Evaluates, records, and reports patient progress.
Assures that patients and visitors follow established policies and procedures at all times.
Interprets occupational therapy policies and procedures to patients and family members, as necessary.
Remains current in Occupational Therapy practices.
Participates in peer feedback to improve performance of line of service.
Clinician will practice fiscal responsibility and strive to maintain minimum targeted key performance indicators as set by Director of Therapy and Clinical Manager of department.
Extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships.
Demonstrates a professional manner in the workplace at all times.
Seeks clarification of duties when needed.
Channels suggestions, feedback, and questions to appropriate personnel.
Participates in the quality improvement process.
Establishes good rapport with all team members, patients and other health care providers.
OT will participate in activities to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally.
Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
Complies with System policies and procedures.
Other duties as may be assigned.
• Masters or Doctorate degree in related field
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, pass the NBCOT exam, and possess a valid BLS certification. State licensure in California or Nevada is required depending on the practice location.
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