Position Purpose

Responsible to the Director of Therapy and/or the designated Site Leader. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the planning, provision, and coordination of all aspects of direct patient care for designated group of patients/clients in accordance with established facility and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality care. The age of patients served ranges from pediatrics to geriatrics.

What You Will Do

• Works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards of professional occupation therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the planning, provision and coordination of all aspects of direct patient care for a designated group of patients/clients in accordance with established facility and departmental policies and procedures maintaining the highest degree of quality care.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of occupational therapy services provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation technicians/aides.
• May be assigned to assume the duties and responsibilities of the team leader in the absence of that individual.
• Achieve productivity targets.
• Responsible for safe use and care of all therapy and office equipment used. Must maintain knowledge of equipment and report malfunctioning equipment.
• Supports and conduct one’s self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Iowa licensure, registration and/or certification as an Occupational Therapist (OT) as per state regulations by the state(s) working in.
• Graduate from an accredited education program for OTs and is eligible to take or has passed the examination for OTs administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). The education program for U.S. trained OTs is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). For foreign trained OTs, graduated from an OT education program accredited as substantially equivalent to a U.S. OT education program by ACOTE, the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, or a credentialing body approved by AOTA.
• Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.