Job Description: Oregon Health & Science University
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
Occupational Therapist - PEDS NICU/Acute Care
US-OR-Portland
Job ID: 2024-32101 Type: Relief/Flex/Resource # of Openings: 1 Category: Rehabilitative Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)
Overview
PROVIDES A SAFE THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT
Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employees
Utilizes proper posture, sound body mechanics and principles for safe patient handling
Considers the needs of patients, employees, medical staff, volunteers, vendors and members of the community in an informative, courteous and compassionate manner
Maintains general good physical and mental health and self-care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety of self and others in the hospital / clinical setting
PROFESSIONALISM
Maintains current knowledge of professional practice responsibilities and relevant national and state laws and issues which affect their practice
Models ethical appropriate behavior, professional standards, compliance, and personal integrity
Identifies and pursues continuing education opportunities; applies and shares new knowledge
Participates in departmental staff meetings and in-service education programs
Takes responsibility for special projects and assignments, and additional caseload when needed
Displays mature, empathetic and effective professional relationships by exhibiting compassion, integrity and concern for others
Conducts oneself in an ethical and legal manner, upholding the AOTA Code of Ethics, OHSU, federal privacy policies, and state statues / OAR's specific to discipline.
Adapts to changing and demanding environments
SERVICE
Demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills in all interactions with patients and family, including both telephone and face-to-face situations
Uses I CARE for introduction and closing
Demonstrates active listening skills and supportive, professional/behavior at all times, to patients, families and staff
Addresses complaints and problems promptly and courteously, involving management when indicated
Communicates with patients/families, other health care team members, in a time and cost efficient, courteous manner
EVALUATION AND CASELOAD MANAGEMENT
Prioritizes patient care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitation
Evaluates patients to determine appropriateness of referral, and the abilities, disabilities and therapy needs of the patient. Identifies rehabilitation potential, establishes treatment goals specific to the scope of acute care rehabilitation, including functional outcomes, quantitative measures and target dates
Develops treatment plans to achieve identified goals
Documents evaluation in patient's medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria
Enters accurate codes for services performed and bills time in patient care accurately
Provides surveillance and/or consultation in a time-efficient manner for patients, specific to care area; requesting orders and/or providing guidance to the patient’s team regarding activity or prevention of complications (including but not limited to range of motion, skin integrity, fall risk reduction)
Meets productivity standard.
PROVIDES SKILLED REHABILITATION TREATMENT
Prioritizes care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitation
Performs and documents skilled patient care activities, including direct treatment and caregiver/patient/family education
Monitors and adjusts treatment plan specific to patient progress
Facilitates routine patient activity plans with nursing and other caregivers
Updates recommendations to team regarding continuing rehabilitation needs and plan as patient’s condition and situation warrant
Directs, supports and provides supervision as required for Aides and volunteers
Develops and enhances patient care program and patient outcomes in specialty area
Documents treatment and other patient contacts in patient's medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria
Responsibilities
Completion of an occupational therapy educational program that is recognized by the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing Board
Outpatient or acute care pediatric affiliation or experience
Knowledge, skills and abilities to conduct in-depth evaluations of patients referred for therapy, develops and provides professional occupational therapy programs for the care and treatment of patients having physical and/or mental disabilities.
American Heart BLS Certification
Oregon Occupational Therapist License
Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Qualifications
Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Ambulatory and acute care experience in pediatrics
NICU, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit experience
Experience with patient/clients aged 0-15 years.
NICU, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit coursework or rotation.
