Occupational Therapy Director jobs in Wichita Falls, TX

Description

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, this position assists in the delivery of patient care services and provides treatment within scope of practice. 

INTERACTION

Primarily Interacts with: administration, physicians, employees, clinical and non-clinical departments, patients, visitors, and volunteers.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Help clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities to prepare meals or to use public transportation and increase their independence.
• Follow treatment plan developed in collaboration with occupational therapist by teaching techniques, such as, the proper method of moving from a bed into a wheelchair, and the best ways to stretch and limber muscles; monitoring activities to make sure they are performed correctly; providing encouragement, bringing treatment that is not having the intended effect to the attention of the therapist
• Observe and evaluate treatment effect, recommend change to healthcare provider as needed.
• Treat patients in accordance with Occupational Therapy standards of care and practice.
• Confer with the individuals most closely associated with the patient and keeps them informed on patient needs, treatment modifications and progress.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to healthcare providers, staff and administrative team.
• Consult other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care.
• Maintains patient occupational therapy records by recording client’s progress for use by the occupational therapist.
• Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Apply diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional activity tests. Direct and aid patients in passive and active exercises, muscle re-education, and functional training. Provide electrotherapy, ultrasound, hot, cold and other therapeutic modalities.
• Prepare written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
• Conduct or participate in training medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives. Educate patients and families in home programs, activities of daily living, safety, and functional activities.
• Maintain established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance standards, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Keep up with schedule, maintain documentation, and help encourage collection of payment.
• Provide exemplary customer service.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
• Cooperate with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee relations, inter-departmental objectives and infection control policies.
• Cordially demonstrate timeliness and professionalism in appearance, communications, and actions during all interactions and with all individuals and entities.
• Solve practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues, and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

ABILITY TO USE EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS, MACHINES: Computer, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, scanner, printer, calculator and other standard office equipment. 

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Masters degree or higher preferred
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the State of Texas
• BLS Certification

Experience:

• Two years of experience preferred as an Occupational Therapist Assistant but new graduates considered.

Personal Job-Related Skills / Abilities:

• Must be committed to quality and patient safety at all times.
• Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English; bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, and email.
• Must be effective at adjusting to change, prioritizing duties, handling stress and effectively communicating face-to-face and/or over the telephone.
• Must be able to work independently, and flexibly, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to manage several interruptions throughout the shift.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Must have strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure while interacting in a helpful, courteous manner with a high degree of patient contact.
• Sufficient hearing, vision and dexterity to perform duties safely.
• Physical and Mental Requirements:

Physical:     

• Activity Up to % Activity Up to %
• Walking 50 Squatting 50
• Standing 50 Pulling 50
• Kneeling 25 Reaching 25
• Sitting 50 Lifting up to 100lbs 25
• Pushing 25 Wrist/Finger Movements 90
• Bending 50   
• Climbing 10   
•     

Mental:     

• Stress Level Moderate to High 

Individual position core competencies:

• Quality
• Service Excellence
• Compassion
• Professionalism
• Fiscal Responsibility

• Required education within first 60 days (if employee is from outside organization).
• GrahamRMC Orientation
• Department Orientation

• Continuing/Annual Education and Training:
• As needed to maintain certification/ licensure of position
• CPR
• Falling Star Program
• Safety Storm Program

SUPERVISION

Employees Supervised: __No__ 

ADA REQUIREMENTS

An ‘X’ under the most appropriate category is marked and describes any extreme or hazardous working conditions that the job has to work under:

Frequency of Condition

Condition 1-33% 34-66% 67% Description

1-33%

Extreme Heat    

Extreme Cold    

Extreme Swings in Temperature    

Extreme Noise    

Working Outdoors   

Mechanical Hazards   

Electrical Hazards    

Explosive Hazards   

Fume/Odor Hazards    

Dust/Mite Hazards    

Chemical Hazards   

Toxic Waste Hazards    

Radiation Hazards   

Wet Hazards    

Heights    

Other Conditions: Position requires prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Must lift, position, push, and transfer patients. Must lift supplies/equipment. Must lift 50 pounds floor to knuckle level and 25 pounds to shoulder level and overhead.  

34-66%

-

67%

Working Indoors    

OSHA Classification:

__X__ Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

All procedures or other job-related tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures, such as gloves, masks, goggles, and gown are required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.