What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Hughston?
The work location for this position will be based in Montgomery, AL. but will also be in Auburn, AL.
Position Goal:
To provide the highest level of patient care while accessing, interpreting, planning and implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.
Position Responsibilities:.
This position is PRN/as needed
Plans and administers occupational therapy (OT) treatments for patients referred by qualified physicians. .
Observe and become aware of progress of patient, discuss with physician as necessary. ..
Record progress notes on a daily basis. .
Instruct patients in home exercise programs and provide written instructions as appropriate..
Serves as an information and education resource for patients, families, and other members of the therapy staff.
Fabricate splints, braces, hand and wrist covers, etc to support hand therapy treatments as required. .
Provide for a comfortable, orderly, clean and safe clinic environment..
Comply with all national and state guidelines as required by law..
Provide effective and ethical intervention to promote healing and restore function. .
Participates in education opportunities to maintain licensure and facilitate the highest standard of practice..
Hughston Responsibilities:
Utilize effective communication skills (written and verbal) interacting with co-workers, other clinic employees, supervisors, and outside vendors.
Promote The Hughston Clinic's role in the community by greeting and interacting with all patients, families, visitors, vendors, and guests in a courteous and respectful manner.
Provides support or relief for other staff as needed .
Demonstrates confidentiality in all aspects to include both patient and non-patient issues .
Reflect THC values and is sensitive to TH.C's ethical and compliance principals in his/her daily activities.
Promote resolution of concerns and conflict by routing through correct mechanism or resolving the situation.
Able to prioritize daily functions/tasks
Display a willingness to put forth effort in problem solving
Other duties as assigned
Physical Demand and Working Conditions:
Essential Functions: Lift and carry 50 pounds, move patients and equipment.
Marginal Functions: Reach for and manipulate equipment and patient, visual acuity, hearing and speaking.
Accommodations: Standard hand clinic equipment provided.
Environmental Factors: General medical hospital environment OSHA category 1
Position Requirements:.
Experience: 2 years previous OT experience preferred. Splinting and wound care experience preferred. .
Education: Bachelors degree in occupational therapy required,..
Special Qualifications: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred. Must have current Occupational Therapy License, state modalities certification preferred. Current BLS certification required..
Outside Relationship: Must be able to maintain working relationship with physicians. .
Interaction With Other Departments: All hospital and clinic Departments
Employees Supervised: COTA, and Rehab Aides
