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Occupational Therapist - 2 64-80/pp; M-F Summary
Description OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST – HH & H- 56-80 hours per pay period/ M-F 8am-4:30pm
Position Summary
The Occupational Therapist is an integral part of the health care provider team. The position responsibilities include provision of quality patient care and functions as an advocate for the patient. The Occupational Therapist additionally participates in professional development and learning opportunities.
Minimum Requirements
B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited University
History of consistent ongoing education in treatment modalities
Valid license as required by Minnesota; obtainable Wisconsin license within 6 months
CPR certified
OTR certified
Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance
One or more years experience as an occupational therapist in acute care, homecare or long-term care.
Previous employment history in good standing
Job Specific Competencies
OT assessment skills
Technical skills related to treatment delivery
Interpersonal skills
Critical Thinking skills
Knowledge of scope of practice
Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures
Knowledge of department equipment use
Knowledge of computer record keeping
Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Knowledge of the principals of patient education
Knowledge and sensitivity to diversity as it relates to culture, age, socioeconomic status, gender, and psychosocial abilities
Computer skills-knowledge of Pathways/Horizon software system of documentation
Time management skills
Written and verbal communication skills, delivered in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner
Accuracy and attention to detail
Knowledgeable of regulatory statutes; Medicare Homecare and Hospice COP’s
Communication skills
Motivation in personal and professional goals
Goal planning and achievement
Creative thinking
Knowledge of practice act and licensure requirements
Cooperation and positive attitude
Knowledge of proper body mechanics
Knowledge of safely standards and departmental policies and procedures
Knowledge of developmental stages and age appropriate outcomes and interventions
Ability to accept cultural differences
Provides quality patient care
Core Competencies
Evaluate and treat in Home Care and Hospice patients consistent with standards of care established by professional organization guidelines and departmental policies and procedures.
Develops plan of care and evaluates outcomes.
Documentation of patient evaluation, treatment, assessment/progress and plan
Participates in chart reviews
Peer review of patient care as necessary.
Uses communication with patient, patient’s families, medical provider and other health care providers as dictated by the practice act and departmental/agency protocol to achieve desirable outcomes.
Scheduling as indicated by evaluation and care plan.
Participates in professional development and learning opportunities
Assists in program development
Fulfills licensure requirements
Participates in staff education
Completes competencies in a timely manner
Active involvement in appropriate committees and task forces
Assists in student mentoring
Communicates with members of the health care team
Attends scheduled meetings consistently and punctually.
Prepares for meetings as dictated by agenda/subject matter
Actively contributes as a member of the team
Responds to e-mail, voice mail, and interoffice mail in a timely fashion. Utilizes these methods of communication as needed
Communicates concerns, verbal and written, in a manner that maintains respect and facilitates interchange
Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team on an as-needed basis
Assists in department organization
Orders supplies as needed for treatments
Equipment maintenance according to safety standards and departmental policies and procedure
Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served
Additional Requirements
Computer literacy, education/office equipment use, excellent communication and personal interaction skills.
Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance.
May be required to work weekend, holiday, call, and shift rotation hours.
May be required to work overtime hours.  |