Occupational Therapist (PRN/Wage) - UVA Continuum Home Health

An OT consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of complex patients. In doing so the OT acts as a role model and supervisor for junior staff and helps identify patients who have unmet occupational therapy needs. An OT is focused on expanding clinical knowledge and skills beyond the entry level and sharing this knowledge through in-services and participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The OT acts as a role model and may supervise other staff. This level of therapist seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice and begins to assume a leadership role receiving mentoring in this process. Therapists at this level may be asked to contribute to performance appraisals. The OT is expected to serve as a primary clinical instructor for students.

• Performs occupational therapy evaluations according to professional standards and departmental guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of intervention options and executes a program of skilled occupational therapy intervention.
• Actively participates in professional growth of self and others.
• Actively participates in quality improvement and program development.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Position Compensation Range: $55.00 - $55.00 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Experience: 6 months relevant experience

Licensure: Licensed to practice in Occupationsal Therapy in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/walking. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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