PeaceHealth is seeking a Occupational Therapist - Home Health (Per Diem) for a per diem, Day shift position.
Req ID: 159674
JOB SUMMARY
Occupational Therapists participate in the evaluation and treatment of patients, determining plan-of-care and treatment goals appropriate to the age of the patient served.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Evaluates assigned patients, gathers data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation, and team members. - Performs initial evaluation of patient/home and applies criteria to determine if patient is a safe candidate for home care/hospice occupational therapy services.
Participates personally in the evaluation and treatment of patients, and establishes a treatment plan and goal for each patient.
Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional gatherings as indicated by the manager,
Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. Acts as liaison with nursing, medical, and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.
Maintains appropriate clinical records.
Recommends and develops new services and programs in collaboration with staff.
May work with OT student affiliation programs.
May supervise COTAs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
BA/BS, Masters, or doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college required.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
One year experience as Occupational Therapist preferred.
General knowledge of field and ability to utilize library resource appropriately.
Home Health experience preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Certified, licensed or registered as required by State in which performs clinical practice.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
OTHER SKILLS:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment
Ability to assess patient's condition and exercise independent judgment
REGIONAL/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES
PeaceHealth - Southwest:
Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance required.
Please apply online to be considered. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 900 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission.
We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more about working at PeaceHealth and the Vancouver community please visit our homepage: www.peacehealth.org/careers .
Location: Vancouver , MacArthur (155) Job Category: Allied, Ancillary & Clinical Support Shift: Day Shift Length: 8 Hours FTE: 0.0 Work Type: Per Diem/Relief Hourly compensation starts at: $ 35.55 , more depending on experience Required Certifications/Licensure: Basic Life Support; Drivers License; Occupational Therapist - Washington
PeaceHealth is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified job applicants and employees without regard to the following statuses: protected veteran; qualified individual with a disability; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; pregnancy; gender identity; national origin; age; genetic information; sexual orientation; or any other protected status in accordance with local, state, or federal laws.
The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of caregivers assigned to this job.
Posting Notes: Vancouver || Allied, Ancillary & Clinical Support || Other - Allied || Per Diem/Relief || CARE CONTINUUM SVCS
PeaceHealth Physicians are as diverse as the communities they serve, but have the following in common:Dedication to carrying on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering and treating each person in a loving and caring way.A shared vision of every patient receiving exceptional, compassionate evidence-based care, every time, every touch.
