Occupational Therapist - .50 FTE - Outpatient Mount Vernon, WA
Job description
Current Opening is for a 20 hour/week position in Outpatient.
As a member of the Rehabilitation department, this position is responsible for the provision of Occupational therapy treatments in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Specific duties may include hand rehab, and/or hospital-based therapy. Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred for Occupational Therapy. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability.
Therapist will coordinate with a multidisciplinary team including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists as well as other members of the medical team.
Essential Functions:
- Documents correctly in the medical record and field chart. Identifies and acts appropriately in code situations.
- Applies professional skills to patient care; communicates and follows through on the treatment plan.
- Coordinates patient care with the appropriate services.
- Conducts comprehensive evaluations.
- Designs and implements therapy/treatment plans.
- Operates treatment devices appropriately.
- Provides education to families and other providers.
- Performs a complete assessment.
- Teaches patients in identified areas of need and evaluates response.
- May assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Education:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
License/Certification:
- Must be currently licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Washington within 6 months of hire.
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare provider BLS required.
Experience:
Previous experience in outpatient or hospital setting recommended.
Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $39.86 - $59.79 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work setting:
- In-person
- Outpatient
Work Location: In person
