Outpatient OT- CHT

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

 

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Seeking a candidate with current CHT to service our outpatient locations on a per diem basis.

 

Job Summary

Summary
An advanced practice therapist who demonstrates clinical expertise in the rehab area of their discipline. Acts as a clinical resource with advanced level competencies. Develops and implements advanced level, rehabilitative programs. Therapy treatments in accordance with Standards of Practice, applicable state licensure regulations, and departmental and hospital policies, to a variety of patients ranging from newborn to geriatric in age.


Essential Functions
Plans, directs, implements and evaluates patient care

Competent to treat adolescents through elderly in area of specialization; specified specialist competent to treat pediatrics and neonate

Screens and prioritizes new consults within geographical area for team

Delegates care and directs Therapists, Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides, and Therapy Students

Assesses clinical skill and competence in new staff and other staff as required and implements educational activities

Provides clinical orientation to staff and updates and maintains clinical orientation manuals

Contributes to changes in therapy theory and practice

Develops and disseminates criteria that promote clinical competency.


Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes

 

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's or master's Degree Related Field of Study required or

Doctorate Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Occupational Therapist [State License] preferred


Basic Life Support [BLS] Certificate required



Experience

OT/PT/SLP Healthcare experience

5-7 years required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced knowledge of broad range of diagnoses/impairments in content area for individuals requiring therapy intervention.

Advanced knowledge of supervisory skills, teaching, and evaluation of staff.

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to provide compassionate care to patients.

Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

 

Employee Type

Per Diem

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$50.43 - $73.32/Hourly

 

Grade

8

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to yo