Occupational Therapist

Department Overview

The purpose of this position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation services patient care team by

providing occupational therapy services such as ADL training energy conservation splint fabrication for

upper extremities exercise sensory integrations and perceptual / cognitive training to assist patients in

improving their function at home and in the community. Treatment also includes patient / family education and

various therapeutic procedures to assist patients in improving function strength endurance and functional

mobility. Therapists evaluate each appropriately referred patient establish treatment goals and objectives

develop and implement the treatment plan and assist in the process of discharge planning and post-hospital

placement. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns assist with other educational research

activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentation

and productivity. This position may include weekend shift rotation.

Function / Duties of Position

Evaluation and Caseload Management

• Prioritizes patient care needs given medical necessity discharge plan medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitation
• Evaluates patients to determine appropriateness of referral
• Identifies rehab potential establishes treatment goals specific to the scope of acute care rehabilitation including functional outcomes quantitativemeasures and target dates
• Develops treatment plans to achieve identified goals
• Documents evaluations in patients medical record in compliance with DNV OHSU OARs and third-party payer criteria
• Enters accurate codes for services performed and bills time in patient care accurately
• Provides consultation in a time-efficient manner for patients specific to care area; requesting orders and / or providing guidance to the patients teamregarding activity or prevention of complications

Provides skilled rehabilitation treatment

Clinical Education

Care Coordination

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

Completion of an occupational therapy educational program that is recognized by the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing Board

Limited Permit or Oregon occupational therapy license must be obtained at the time of appointment.

Current American Heart BLS CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Details

Inpatient hospital environment.

Ability to lift 40 lbs repeatedly carry equipment weighing more than 5 lbs and walk extensively on hard and

soft surfaces. Frequent bending and reaching to navigate medical equipment or perform treatment is required.

Must have knowledge of inpatient medical environments and equipment such as oxygen ventilation

respiratory apparatuses. Requires ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations

that may arise.

Benefits :

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at or

Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1