About this role
Provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment using advanced clinical skills in a specialty area of occupational therapy for patients referred to non-contracted and contracted facilities of the Rehabilitation Institute. Serves as a clinical resource for other staff members. May have an individual agreement with an academic institution for instructional services. Participates in research conducted within the Rehabilitation Institute.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain documentation for all occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
- Co-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
- Communicate patient's status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
- Complete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
- Schedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
- Provide verbal/written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
- Supervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
- Maintain professional license through continuing education and professional development.
- Perform and supervise occupational therapy assessments, treatments, and plan adjustments.
- Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs
- Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
- Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
- At least 1 year of experience in acute care or a level 2 fieldwork in acute care, strongly preferred
- Inpatient rehab experience, preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Occupational Therapist (OT)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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About UPMC
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
What you'll do
- The Occupational Therapist provides advanced occupational therapy assessment and treatment in specialty areas for referred patients, serving as a clinical resource for staff and maintaining comprehensive documentation for all services rendered. Responsibilities also include communicating patient status, meeting productivity standards, providing home instructions, and supervising clinical education programs for students.
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