Occupational Therapist Job at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Somerset, PA

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  • UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Somerset, PA

Job Description

Job Description

UPMC is looking for a flexible Occupational Therapist to join their team at UPMC Somerset! As an Occupational Therapist with us, you'll
provide 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. 

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  • Keep detailed records for all occupational therapy services, including initial assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries. Biweekly co-signing of occupational therapy assistant's documentation.
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  • Communicate patient updates to the referring physician and healthcare team.
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  • Record charges and statistics to reflect services provided to patients accurately.
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  • Schedule patients to meet or exceed productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
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  • Offer verbal or written home instructions to patients and families when needed.
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  • Supervise clinical internships for students from various universities as part of the organization's educational program.
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  • Maintain professional licensure by engaging in ongoing education and professional development.
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  • Assess, reassess, and treat occupational therapy patients, and supervise assistants in providing care to a diverse age range.
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  • Develop and adjust treatment plans based on physician referrals and patient responses.
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  • Rotate through different treatment areas as required.
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  • Participate in staff meetings and educational in-services actively.
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  • Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) 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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  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
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  • Occupational Therapist (OT)
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  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
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  • Act 33 with renewal
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  • Act 34 with renewal
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  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Internship, Flexible hours,

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