About this opportunity
UPMC lists this Occupational Therapist (OT) opportunity in pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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.
nResponsibilities:
nnnMaintain documentation for all occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
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nnCo-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
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nnCommunicate patient's status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
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nnComplete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
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nnSchedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
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nnProvide verbal/written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
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nnSupervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
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nnMaintain professional license through continuing education and professional development.
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nnPerform and supervise occupational therapy assessments, treatments, and plan adjustments.
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nnParticipate in staff meetings and in-service education programs.
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nnGraduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
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nnMust possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
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nnAcute care and/or IPR experience, preferredLicensure, 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.
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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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nnNational Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
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nnOccupational Therapist (OT)
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nnAct 34
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nnOAPSA
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n nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Worksite address
pittsburgh, PA, 15289, US
Who can apply
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