Occupational Therapist
Job Description
Hours/Pay Period: 80
Job Summary:
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of various orthopedic, neurological, general and complex medical conditions in the inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Evaluation and treatment is based on functional outcomes and utilizes, but is not limited to, Activities of Daily Living skills, therapeutic activities and exercise, manual techniques, and therapeutic modalities.
Education, Required Licenses/Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
with a curriculum which is approved by the American Occupational Therapy
Association. Must be eligible for licensure to practice occupational therapy in the
State of New Hampshire.
Essential Functions: Exhibits
courteous and cooperative behavior towards patients, families, visitors,
volunteers, students, peers, and providers. Anticipates service needs and
proactively resolves issues. Consistently holds self and others accountable for
meeting patient/customer service standards. Practices service recovery skills. Works openly and
collaboratively both inside and outside the department; promotes performance
improvement. Follows through on statements and actions in a timely manner.
Strives for excellence in all endeavors. Encourages
discussion and consensus building. Recognizes and adapts to different view
points and opinions; values diversity. Uses "indoor" voice. Avoids interrupting
others. Champions change and exhibits flexibility and adaptability. Accepts
responsibility for own actions, behaviors and decisions. Consistently
optimizes time efficiently and effectively. Reports to work promptly at the
beginning of the work shift and prepares to begin work. Returns to work
promptly from lunch and breaks. Completes work assignment and departs timely.
In compliance with Absenteeism and Tardiness policy. Is viewed as a
resource in the department when dealing with issues of systems and resources
and accomplishing tasks in the most efficient and effective ways. Responsible for
the evaluation of patients with various functional disabilities in order to
achieve optimal functional performance. Service may include evaluation of
inpatients, outpatients, nursing home patients or home care patients. Responsible for
the treatment of patients with various functional disabilities in order to
achieve optimal functional performance. Service may include treatment of
inpatients, outpatients, nursing home patients, or home care patients. Takes appropriate
action on all physician orders applicable to specific assignment. Administers
therapy to patients in accordance with prescribing physician’s orders, as well
as New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Practice Act, Hospital/departmental
policies and standards established by regulatory agencies. Completes all
evaluations, re-evaluations, treatment plans, and other documentation pertinent
to the patient/client on a timely basis and in accordance with specific
assignment documentation criteria. Assesses the
patient for risk or potential of neglect or abuse. Makes referrals as
appropriate. Demonstrates the
ability to provide effective pain assessment, prevention and management.
Reports complaints of pain to appropriate medical personnel. Responsible for
individual patient/client schedules. Contributes to
discharge planning with regard to home programs, community resources, and
referrals for continued treatment. Participates in
the preparation and provision of educational in-service activities within the
department, Hospital and community. Takes an active
role in student affiliation training programs. Provides group or
individual activities as appropriate for swing and ICF patients in response to
their physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, and emotional needs. Completes
activity assessments and weekly summaries as needed. Documents on the
activity participation log as appropriate. Achieves an
acceptable level of productivity based on the clinical areas worked thereby
contributing to departmental overall productivity goal. Willingly
provides competent coverage in other Occupational Therapy areas when required. Demonstrates
technical aptitude. Is familiar with computer applications. Is willing to learn
software applications.
About WMC:
The major strength of Weeks Medical Center is found in the ability of our physicians and staff to offer extensive services utilizing state-of-the-art technology, while maintaining the personalized care of a community hospital. Weeks is a 25-bed critical access hospital offering medical, surgical, and intensive care services. In addition, a wide variety of outpatient services are available, including cardiac and physical rehabilitation; fully-staffed oncology department; 24-hour emergency care; a fully equipped laboratory; and an extensive radiology department. Weeks is blessed with strong leadership and a dedicated community that allows us to meet the ever-changing requirements of today ’s healthcare environment.
About North Country Healthcare (NHC):
North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four
medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health
& Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical
Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes
numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading
comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained
individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals,
specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed
to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this
application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise
participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries
to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.
Application Instructions
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Apply OnlinePosted: 9/5/2024
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: d7db3231-7efe-448d-88df-7e707a4698b8