What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Acute - FMC position at Northern Arizona Health?
Job Description
Job Description
Overview
10,000 Sign On Relocation make it easy to join
our therapy team
Join the growing Occupational Therapy team in this fast-paced level 1 trauma hospital. OTs provide evaluations, treatments, and discharge planning to patients with a variety of medical conditions and injuries. Such as orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular, oncology, geriatrics, pediatrics, etc. OTs have the unique opportunity to reduce the risk of further decline, improve functional independence, and assist with discharge planning.
Occupational therapy practitioners will collaborate closely with a multi-interdisciplinary team such as case managers, nurses, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and physicians to deliver excellent patient care.
Have opportunities to practice in a variety of settings not limited to ICU, pediatrics, behavior health, and joint center. Mentor ship available, and new grads welcome.
Northern Arizona Healthcare is the largest healthcare organization in a region that encompasses more than 50,000 square miles, and is the only Trauma 1 hospital serving Northern Arizona. As a nonprofit healthcare system, our organization is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Flagstaff medical center is located in the high-country mountains of northern Arizona. Flagstaff's four seasons are enviable by many and make it an excellent launching pad for the outdoor enthusiast
The practice of Occupational Therapy shall include assessment, treatment, planning, implementing, education, communication and demonstration of leadership to address the needs of patients and their families as well as to foster a positive working relationship among professionals and ancillary staff. This person may be caring for infants, children, adolescents and / or senior patients and will have the knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of these populations. The Occupational Therapist will practice within defined standards of care and direct the practice of support staff in order to achieve the patient's functional goals. S / he is expected to communicate effectively with other professional and support staff in order to promote a positive, problem-solving environment.
Benefits include :
- Free health insurance for employees
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Continuing education opportunities
- Complete Offer Packages (New Grads Included!)
- Relocation Package (usable within 12 months of hire)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness : Eligible Non-Profit
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Acute Care Mentorship
Additional Benefits :
Responsibilities
Care Management
Documentation
Education
Patient Care
Compliance / Safety
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree- Required
Master's degree- Preferred
Certification & Licensures
Current license in the state of Arizona- Required
BLS (American Heart Association) - Required upon date of hire.
Fingerprint Clearance Card application number- Required upon hire
Fingerprint Clearance Card- Required within 90 days of hire
Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.
Experience
Clinical documentation experience- Preferred
Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.
