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Bon Secours Mercy Health Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation in Portsmouth, Virginia
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Full Time Occupational Therapist on Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit.
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of occupational therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in a team environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible team fashion.
Essential Job Functions
Conduct initial assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide age appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Evaluate patient response to treatment and document the course of patient care in the electronic medical record including progress made and continuing need for treatment.
Supervises occupational therapy assistant(s).
Provide patient and family education on tasks and resources that support continued functional independence and document same in the electronic medical record.
Quality Management Area
Participate in program quality management activities.
Collect performance improvement data.
Participate in survey preparation activities.
Participate in department safety activities.
Contribute to the delivery of cost-effective care.
Professional/Leadership Area
Participate in continuing education/professional development activities to include mentoring students and volunteers.
Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients, families, coworkers and others.
Adhere to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations, and Bon Secours Virginia Health System.
Contribute to marketing activities.
Maintain licenses/certifications and memberships in applicable professional organizations as required.
Team Area
Participate in team meetings.
Assist in providing team members with inservice/cross-training on occupational therapy knowledge and skill areas as needed.
Contribute to development of improved efficiency and productivity of department clinical/administrative functions.
Collaborative participation with the interdisciplinary team as applicable.
Participates as a team member by performing additional assignments not directly related to the job description when workload requires and as requested by supervisor.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
The incumbent shall, at minimum be a graduate of a Master’s degree program or a qualified four year Bachelor’s degree program approved by ACOTE in collaboration with the AOTA (or foreign equivalent), and hold an applicable and current state license or certification to practice or meet all qualifications to be eligible for OT-License Applicant for 6 months after the date of graduation, or until the graduate receives a failing score on the NBCOT exam, whichever comes first .
Experience working with adult and geriatric populations is desirable.
Experience working in the acute care setting is desirable however is not required.
Current BLS certification required or obtained within ninety days of completing new employee orientation.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Experience in working with an adult and geriatric population is necessary.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Experience with an outpatient program/services and pediatric/adolescent populations is desirable, but not necessary
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
General office environment.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com