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Inpatient Occupational Therapist
$79k-94k (estimate)
Full Time
3 Weeks Ago
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UNC Health Appalachian is Hiring an Inpatient Occupational Therapist Near Boone, NC
About the Role
Watauga Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Inpatient Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our dynamic rehabilitation team. The OT will provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to patients in an inpatient setting, aimed at improving their functional abilities and enhancing their quality of life. The ideal candidate will be skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and delivering high-quality patient care.Key responsibilities include:
- Assessment and Evaluation:
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and cognitive functions.
- Identify patients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
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- Treatment Planning and Implementation:
- Design and implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' ability to perform daily activities.
- Utilize a variety of techniques, including exercise, manual therapy, adaptive equipment training, and environmental modifications.
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- Patient and Family Education:
- Educate patients and their families about therapeutic activities, home exercises, and lifestyle changes to facilitate continued recovery.
- Provide guidance on the use of assistive devices and adaptations to improve home and work environments.
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- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Communicate effectively with other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
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- Collaboration:
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
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- Professional Development:
- Stay current with best practices, evidence-based treatments, and new technologies in occupational therapy.
- Participate in continuing education opportunities and professional development activities.
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- Compliance and Safety:
- Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
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Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Hiring compensation ranges from $33.00-$47.85 per hour. This position is benefits eligible after a 60-day waiting period.
Minimum Education
- Minimum of Master’s Degree from an accredited university in Occupational Therapy
Experience
- Satisfactory completion of student affiliations before graduation
- One-year experience preferred
Required Registration/License/Certification
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in North Carolina
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association is required at the time of hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public, patients, family, staff, and physician and acts within the chain of command, utilizing positive verbal and non-verbal skills
- Competent in delivering safe and effective patient care within legal limits of license and certifications and hospital policies and procedures
- Knowledge of the continuum of care provided in the department
- Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, family, staff, and physicians
Physical Demands
- Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
- Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment
- Exposed to unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces), etc.
- Handles emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays)
Working Conditions
- Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
- Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment
- Exposed to unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces), etc.
- Handles emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays)
About UNC Health Appalachian
It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.“
About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.
UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.
Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen.
For accommodations or additional information, contact recruitment@apprhs.org.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$79k-94k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/22/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/31/2024
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