Job description

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Washington County Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital located in Potosi, MO. Below is a list of services WCMH has to offer:

• Multi-specialty Rural Health Clinic located on the main hospital campus
• Two Rural Health Clinics located off site
• 24/7 Emergency Department - Stroke Level III Designation
• Mon-Fri Urgent Care
• Swing bed
• Radiology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Accredited Sleep Lab
• Full Lab Service
• Therapy Services- Sports Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Cardiac Rehab, Pulmonary Rehab
• Various Guest Specialist

POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Job Title: Contracted Occupational Therapist Supervised By: Director of Rehabilitation Services
Prepared by: Nicole Schweigert Approved by: ___________________________
Date: September 3, 2010 Date: _________________________________

Job Summary: Responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directs the Occupational Therapy Department certified staff, including Occupational
Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapy Aides, Occupational Therapy certification applicants and Occupational Therapy students.

Observes and evaluates treatment affect. Recommends change to physician, if needed.

Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient, as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments, as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and the general patient population.

Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate.

Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy modalities.

Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.

Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.

Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.

Maintains records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.

Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.

Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.

Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.

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Meets current documentation standards and policies.

Participates in educational staff performance improvement inservices. Assists with orientation and inservice training for certified department staff members. Participates in guidance and educational programs.

Provides evaluation of certified staff, including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and termination.

Coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff
(Occupational Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapy Aides, etc.).

Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines.

Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.

Participates in infection control, departmental equipment training and organizational safety and fire safety programs.

Professional Requirements:

Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.

Completes annual education requirements.

Maintains regulatory requirements.

Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.

Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.

Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion.

Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled.

Reads and returns all monthly staff meeting minutes as appropriate

Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement
(CQI) activities.

Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.

Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.

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Regulatory Requirements:

• Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association.

• Graduate from an approved school of Occupational Therapy.

• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy.

• Current BCLS certification.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

• Additional languages preferred.

• Strong written and verbal skills.

Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge.

• Knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology.

• Knowledge of physical and occupational therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

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DESCRIPTION OF
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation department

NAME: # HOURS/WORKDAY:

DEVELOPED BY: Nicole Schweigert DATE DEVELOPED: September 3, 2010

MANAGER SIGNATURE: DATE:

CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEST DESCRIBE THE EXTENT OF THE SPECIFIC
ACTIVITY PERFORMED BY THE STAFF MEMBERS IN THIS POSITION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WORK ENVIRONMENT

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.

⎯ Amount of Time ⎯ ⎯ Amount of Time ⎯
None up to 1/3 to 2/3 and None up to 1/3 to 2/3 and

1/3 1/2 more 1/3 1/2 more
Stand: x Wet, humid conditions x
Walk: x (non-weather):

Sit: x Work near moving mechanical parts: x
Talk or hear: x Fumes or airborne particles: x

Use hands to finger, handle or feel: x Toxic or caustic chemicals: x
Push/Pull: x Outdoor weather conditions: x

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: x Extreme cold (non-weather): x
Reach with hands and arms: x Extreme heat (non-weather): x

Taste or smell: x Risk of electrical shock: x
Work with explosives: x
This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Show how Risk of radiation: x much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below. Vibration: x

⎯ Amount of Time ⎯
The typical noise level for the work environment is:

None up to 1/3 to 2/3 and
Check all that apply.

1/3 1/2 more
❑ Very Quiet ❑ Loud Noise

Up to 10 pounds: x
❑ Quiet ❑ Very Loud Noise

Up to 25 pounds: x x Moderate Noise
Up to 50 pounds: x

Up to 100 pounds: x

Hearing:
More than 100 pounds: x x Ability to hear alarms on equipment x Ability to hear patient call
This job has special vision requirements. Check all that apply. x Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff

❑ Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) REPETITIVE MOTION ACTIONS
❑ Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) ⎯ Number of Hours ⎯
❑ Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Repetitive use of foot control 0 1-2 3-4 5-6 7+
❑ Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can A. Right only x be seen up and down or to the left and right while B. Left Only x eyes are fixed on a given point) C. Both x
❑ Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Repetitive use of hands

❑ Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to A. Right only X bring an object into sharp focus) B. Left Only X x No Special Vision Requirements C. Both X
Grasping: simple/light
Specific demands not listed: ________________________________ A. Right only X

_______________________________________________________ B. Left Only X

_______________________________________________________ C. Both X

Grasping: firm/heavy
_______________________________________________________

A. Right only X
_______________________________________________________

B. Left Only X
_______________________________________________________ C. Both X
Fine Dexterity
Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable A. Right only X individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
B. Left Only X this position.
C. Both X

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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