About this opportunity
University of Vermont Health lists this Occupational Therapist opportunity in montpelier, Vermont. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Occupational Therapist
nJob Details
nJob Ref:
nR
nCategory:
nRehabilitation Service/Therapy
nEmployment Type:
nPart-Time
nHealth Care Partner:
nCentral Vermont Medical Center
nLocation:
n142 Woodridge Dr, Berlin, VT
nDepartment:
nCVMC - Woodridge Rehabilitation Therapies
nJob Type:
nRegular
nPrimary Shift:
nDay
nHours:
nnn nHours per Week:
n32
nWeekend Needs:
nRotating
nPay Rate:
n$36.50 - $54.75 per hour
nWoodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing (WDR) is looking for a full-time Occupational Therapist to add to our team. WDR is seeking an Occupational Therapist who is interested in joining a highly interactive department who focuses on evidenced-based practice and staff development with a plethora of opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and growth. An ideal candidate would possess strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to adapt and “think on their feet.” This individual would have an interest in working with a geriatric population for short term rehabilitation and throughout long term care to optimize quality of life and promote healing. Strategies may include restoration, compensation, or adaptation to maximize functional potential while minimizing their risks for secondary complications (i.e. skin integrity, contractures).
nJOB DESCRIPTION:
nnnEvaluates patients and develops individualized treatment plans appropriate for functional limitations while encouraging patient-centered goals
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nnSkillfully applies therapeutic techniques to address patient treatment needs
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nnDevelops trusted relationships with nursing staff and medical providers within the facility and in the community to optimize a patient’s experience and care
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nnCompletes necessary documentation and billing in a quality manner
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nnManages caseload effectively while maintaining facility productivity standards
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nnStays current with trends and practices in therapeutic evaluation and treatment, supporting evidence-based practice
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nnParticipates in clinical staff education, meetings, and quality improvement programs for patient care and staff development projects
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nnDemonstrates excellent time management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
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nnSupervises occupational therapy students to develop their clinical skills and ensure the delivery of quality patient care, if desired by clinician/employee
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nnComplies with all pertinent rules and regulations within the State Practice Act and the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
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nnProtects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
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n nEDUCATION:
nnnBachelors of Science (or higher) degree from an Accredited Occupational Therapy program.
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nnVermont State License or eligibility required
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nnBLS training preferred.
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n nEXPERIENCE:
nnnThe ideal candidate would have experience working within an SNF during previous employment opportunities or clinical rotations.
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nnOpen to new graduates with the opportunity for mentoring
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Worksite address
montpelier, VT, 05604, US
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