Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Position is responsible for performing evaluations, establishing goals and planning occupational therapy treatment programs for children / youth / adults with hand and upper extremity conditions. Position may also assist with clinical program development, evaluation and related performance improvement activities as assigned by the clinical practice manager. Position is 100% clinical. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Delivers evidence based occupational therapy evaluation and treatment services typically offered in the clinic or community, including any follow-up services to insure appropriate outcomes. Assures services are delivered in a safe and effective manner. Plans for five to ten clinical visits per day. Completes all aspects of clinical documentation including billing and all other assigned documentation. Records evaluations, goals, treatment plan, client response and progressive change in the client's record according to established protocols and adheres to all departmental and regulatory policies. Confers and collaborates with physicians, other health care practitioners, families and / or caregivers to obtain additional information; suggests revisions in treatment program and coordinates occupational therapy intervention with other care providers. Orients, instructs and directs occupational therapy assistant and occupational therapy students in patient-related activities as assigned. Participates in program development and implementation activities as assigned. Participates in performance/quality improvement initiatives as assigned. Working Conditions Ability to lift 10 pounds from floor to waist and carry 10 pounds for short distances, push and pull occasionally with moderate force; coordinate hand movements to write, type, manipulate folders and client body parts. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree with 2 years of clinical experience. Certification as a hand therapist. Ability to apply principles of scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions; interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form, including technical instructions. Demonstrates current knowledge and application of safety issues particularly as applied to body mechanics. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interview, counsel, or advise clients/patients and their families and able to perform high level problem solving, negotiation and executive functions. Able to organize, prioritize and effectively manage a caseload varied patients and use judgment regarding discharge planning, timing of services. Computer skills (word processing and basic database manipulation). Comfortable with an evidence-based practice work environment dedicated to continual improvement and effective change. Demonstrated human relations skills. Required Qualifications This position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Current licensure to practice as an occupational therapist in the State of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location. Basic Life Support Certification, Level C, or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements. Grade C13 Salary Range $66,700.00 - $103,400.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO/AA Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 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Salary : $66,700 - $103,400