Salary Range $41.29

• $64.

61 Overview Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members. Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts Paid Time Off Generous Retirement Plans Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Gym Membership Discount Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Adoption Assistance Shift Differential For more information on our Benefits & Perks, click here! Summary Up to $7,000 in sign on bonus & $3,000 after one year Must be an external applicant.

Please Note:

Lymphedema experience and certification strongly preferred. An Occupational Therapist provides professional rehabilitation services for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, cognitive, sensory, and/or mental health impairments. This includes evaluation of all assigned/scheduled patients, the development of treatment plans, administration and implementation of the treatment program, and appropriate discharge planning.

Position Reports To :

Rehab Services Manager Essential Functions Conduct thorough chart review and screening for appropriateness of patient for OT evaluation. Perform initial evaluation including history of prior level of function, subjective information, objective tests and measures, assessment and establishment of plan of care and goals for future treatments. Perform home safety evaluations as needed. Perform reevaluation at required intervals and assess patient progress against goals. Incorporate evidence based clinical decision making to select and utilize appropriate patient interventions in accordance with plan of care, and modify plan of care as appropriate based on patient progress/response to interventions. Perform reevaluation at required intervals and assess patient progress against goals. Understand therapy billing, coding, and payor reimbursement. Document and bill accurately per compliance guidelines. Identify patient's adaptive equipment needs, instruct patients and caregivers in safe and correct use of equipment, and collaborate with other disciplines/equipment suppliers to ensure patient's equipment needs are met. Maintain clear documentation records and use clinical judgment to determine when additional communication beyond standard documentation is required for safe and coordinated patient care. Maintain patient safety, modesty, and privacy/confidentiality at all times. Provide education to patients, caregivers and other staff members as appropriate. Provide supervision and guidance as needed to Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants and rehabilitation aides. Collaborate and communicate effectively with other team members including physicians, case managers, nurses, and other therapy staff, including participation in discharge planning or care coordination. Screen for and make referrals to other disciplines when indicated, including mandatory reporting in cases of suspected abuse/neglect. Meet required licensure and continuing education requirements. Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification. Other duties as assigned. Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications Required:

Active Washington State Occupational Therapist License or Active Occupational limited permit with expectation to obtain Active Washington Occupational Therapist license in the first year. Graduated from an accredited occupational therapy program Completion of clinical internship

Desired:

Two years of occupational therapy experience. Physical/Sensory Demands O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday. F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday. C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:

Walking

• C Sitting/Standing

• F Reaching:

  Shoulder Height

• F Reaching:

  Above shoulder height

• F Reaching:

  Below shoulder height
• F Climbing

• O Pulling/Pushing:

  25 pounds or less

• F Pulling/Pushing:

  25 pounds to 50 pounds

• F Pulling/Pushing:

  Over 50 pounds

• O Lifting:

  25 pounds or less

• F Lifting:

  25 pounds to 50 pounds

• F Lifting:

  Over 50 pounds

• O Carrying:

  25 pounds or less

• F Carrying:

  25 pounds to 50 pounds

• F Carrying:

  Over 50 pounds
• O Crawling/Kneeling
• O Bending/Stooping/Crouching
• O Twisting/Turning
• O Repetitive Movement

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O Working Conditions:

Not Specified.

Job Classification:

FLSA:

Exempt Hourly/Salary:

Salary Physical Exposures For This Position:

Unprotected Heights

• No Heat
• No Cold
• No Mechanical Hazards
• Yes Hazardous Substances
• Yes Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential
• Yes Lighting
• No Noise
• Yes Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation
• No Infectious Diseases

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Yes Qualifications:

Required:

Active Washington State Occupational Therapist License or Active Occupational limited permit with expectation to obtain Active Washington Occupational Therapist license in the first year. Graduated from an accredited occupational therapy program Completion of clinical internship

Desired:

Two years of occupational therapy experience.