Float Occupational Therapist (OT)
Description
Provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment using advanced clinical skills in a specialty area of occupational therapy for patients referred to non-contracted and contracted facilities of the Rehabilitation Institute. Serves as a clinical resource for other staff members. May have an individual agreement with an academic institution for instructional services. Participates in research conducted within the Rehabilitation Institute.
This is a float position that will work in both UPMC Mercy and UPMC Magee.
Responsibilities:
+ Maintain documentation for all occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
+ Co-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
+ Communicate patient's status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
+ Complete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
+ Schedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
+ Provide verbal/written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
+ Supervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
+ Maintain professional license through continuing education and professional development.
+ Perform and supervise occupational therapy assessments, treatments, and plan adjustments.
+ Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs
+ Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
+ Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
+ Acute care, rehab and/or TCU experience, preferredLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
+ Occupational Therapist (OT)
+ Act 34
+ OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
