Occupational Therapist I - Gladwin Area
Company: MyMichigan Health
Location: Midland
Posted on: August 4, 2022
|
|
Job Description:
Summary *LOCATION: GLADWIN AREA* GENERAL SUMMARY: This position
delegates responsibility to the Occupational Therapist Assistant
and Aides. Activities of this position are patient focused and
utilize assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in
accordance with occupational therapy standards, physician orders,
and governing policies and procedures. (20%)* Evaluates the
patient's function by performing formal/informal testing measures
to determine the skeletal, neurological, respiratory,
cardiovascular status, developmental, social, and cognitive
functions.
(20%)* Develops a goal specific treatment regime based on
assessment data and the patient's tolerance to carry-out the
treatment plan as prescribed.
(20%)* Submits a written treatment regime to be included as part of
the plan of treatment authorized by and coordinated with the
physician. Updates plan of care as needed to reflect changes in
patient status. Co-signs verbal orders received by occupational
therapist assistant as necessary.
(20%)* Devises a schedule of treatment, which is frequency and
duration specific to be discussed with patient/family/caregiver and
coordinated with clinical support staff.
(20%)* Educates patient, family, and/or caregiver regarding
pathology or condition, patient alternatives, prognosis, and
rationale for treatment through forms of rest, exercise,
modalities, and other indicated interventions. OTHER DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides supervision for Occupational Therapist
Assistants, Home Health Aides, and students per affiliate and
regulatory standards.
Recommends adaptive/supportive equipment based on assessment;
contacts appropriate representative and/or supplier to place order
and assists in securing equipment for patient.
Documents the patient/family/caregiver response to treatment and
changes in patient condition per affiliate documentation policies
and/or standards and in compliance with regulatory agencies.
Completes daily documentation necessary for billing procedures per
affiliate policy and in compliance with regulatory agencies
Provides treatment intervention and demonstrates competence to
facilitate or restore optimal functioning specific to therapist's
patient care area.
Educates patient/family/caregiver in home education program using
relevant and effective teaching methods.
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication with all
internal and external customers to maximize quality of patient care
including coordination with interdisciplinary team members.
Promotes education and development among staff, students, and other
health care providers using relevant and effective teaching
methods.
Promotes process improvement.
Assists with program development, Participates in team conferences
and interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate.
Promotes occupational therapy within MyMichigan Health and service
area, participating in and providing community education.
Function as case manager for assigned cases.
Demonstrates commitment to MyMichigan Health and specific affiliate
mission as evidenced by customer service, quality of service, and
teamwork.
Maintains confidentiality of patient and affiliate information in
accordance with MyMichigan Health and affiliate policies and
procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees
need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.
An employee may be required to participate in further learning
opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health. REQUIRED EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS: Basic Life Support Required.
Driver's License Required. Fingerprinting Required. Vehicle
Insurance Required. National Board Certification in Occupational
Therapy Required. State of Michigan Occupational Therapist License
Required. Bachelor Degree Required. Successful completion of
MyMichigan Health and affiliate specific orientation.
One year experience preferably in home care.
Successful completion of new hire competency.
Access to reliable transportation with the ability to drive under
hazardous road conditions as necessary for specific patient care
area.
Interpersonal skills needed for effective verbal and written
communication in the English language to interact with people
individually and in a group at all levels.
Ability to work independently, demonstrating problem solving and
organizational skills, time management skills and initiative.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public
contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex
materials or appropriate substitute if required for your
position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted
device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as
outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted
device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May
require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or
crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially
infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne
pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work
independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to
stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching,
grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these
movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33%
of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the
workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and
constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.
Keywords: MyMichigan Health, Midland , Occupational Therapist I - Gladwin Area, Healthcare , Midland, Michigan
Click
here to apply!
|