5k Sign on Bonus Occupational Hand Therapist

2 weeks ago

Trenton, United States Capital Health Full time
Work Shift:

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

Occupational Therapist - Hand

JOB CODE:20712

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)
Assesses and evaluates patients to determine appropriate treatment plan. Plans and provides occupational/hand therapy treatment. Documents accurately all aspects of occupational/hand therapy services in a timely and effective manner.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduation from accredited occupational therapy school or education approved by NJ State Occupational Therapy Advisory Council.

Experience: Ongoing hand therapy experience in accordance with HTCC re-certification requirements

Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Occupational Therapist License

Knowledge and Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competence.

Special Training: Ongoing continuing education courses.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assesses and evaluates patients to determine appropriate treatment plan. Gathers and synthesizes data from patient and family, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers.
Uses appropriate and thorough evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed. Uses evidence-based, standardized outcomes measures on all patients unless otherwise defined by departmental practice.
Works within the Scope of Services policy for Occupational Therapy. Works within ASHT guidelines for care of the upper extremity therapy patient.
Plans and provides occupational/hand therapy treatment. Develops treatment plans and establishes measurable goals for patients. Implements treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, including ADL exercise programs, and manual techniques.
Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in therapies and activities to improve the patient's level of function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions. Communicates key elements about patients' care when transferring the care of patients to another therapist.
Coordinates care with other CH interdisciplinary team members. Coordinates with healthcare providers and others outside of CHS when needed including effective communication and advocacy for patients.
Ensures chart documentation is timely. Ensures documents are complete and effective in communicating essential aspects of care including evaluation, care, attendance, and discharge of the patient. Ensures documentation of time spent with patient is accurate and clear, documentation of a patient encounter includes date and time, and charging practices accurately reflect care provided. Completes data reports, questionnaires, and surveys measuring patient outcomes as required.
Engages in professional development of self and staff. Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning. Participates in clinical education program for OT students.
Participates in committees, special projects, performance improvement (PI) activities, and presentations to community, including occasional participation in events outside of work hours as needed.
Takes responsibility for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations. Attempts to understand various points of view, employs positive problem solving techniques and works toward full resolution of issues.
Performs other duties as assigned. Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands, including acquisition of new knowledge/skills as needed. Shifts among campuses to fulfill patient needs, as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Dust/Particulate Matter

IND123

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants (including contractors, travelers and consultants) to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

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