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UPMC

Occupational Therapist

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$91,444 / year median in Pennsylvania

-9% projected decline

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Job Description

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. This is a casual position that will require two weekend shifts each month.
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. Inpatient rehab and/or acute care 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