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Job ID: 8517171998
Status: Casual
Regular/Temporary: Limited
Shift: Day Job
Work Arrangement: On-siteWork Arrangement information
Facility: UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Department: Mercy Rehab OT
Location: 1400 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 45.55-45.55 USD
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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
Qualifications
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.
Acute care and/or 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)
Act 34
OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran