Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - 32123

Ada, OK | Health | Full Time

We are currently looking for a Full Time Occupational Therapist to join our Physical Therapy Unit 6 team located at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center working M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Provides occupational therapy services to inpatients and outpatients and provides supervision and instruction to department/facility staff as required.

* Ensures as well as aides in the safety of all patients, clients, and etc.

* Respects and understands patient's right to treatment and right to involve in treatment decisions

* Confers with person(s) most closely associated with the active management of the patient care and keep them informed of any additional patient needs, treatments, modifications and/or progress

* Implements proper techniques to assist and handle patients, and the ability to handle tools and machines of the profession

* Coordinates with Supervisor in their area of the department/facility to include patient scheduling and implementing occupational therapy services

* Performs housekeeping duties by routine and periodic cleaning to maintain cleanliness and infection control

* Evaluates assigned patients referred to occupational therapy or other offered services by the department

* Interprets and carries out the prescription of the physician

* Completes and submits of all reports pertaining to evaluation and treatment within a timely manner

* Maintains confidentiality, security, and integrity of data and information in accordance with HIPAA regulations

* Practices occupational therapy consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics in addition to Chickasaw Nation Health System policies and procedures

* Must practice ethical responsibility based on the cultural and religious beliefs of clients served under applicable law

* Participates in continuing education opportunities provided to keep informed of new techniques and trends in the field of occupational therapy

* Conducts inventory of all related equipment and supplies as assigned

* Maintains a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the department/facility

* Participates in Performance Improvement of procedures and organization of the department/facility

* Provides presentations to community groups as requested and maintain good public relations

* Assists in recruitment of applicants for positions and orientates new personnel to area/department/facility

* Evaluates and reports, at regular intervals, the work of other employees or volunteers within their area of the department/facility

* Assists the Supervisor and/or Manager in planning of any new programs to be developed within the department/facility

* Assists the Supervisor and/or Manager with the revision of any procedures within department/facility personnel as necessary

* Demonstrates economic use of time, equipment, and supplies

* Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiency

* Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities

* Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types

* Maintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environment

* Maintains and promotes professionalism

* Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics

* Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards

* Maintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned area

* Performs all other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Essential:

* Ability to operate equipment of profession

* Ability to work with minimal supervision

* Able to follow instructions, both written and oral

* Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements

* Ability to work independently

* Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability

* Knowledge of occupational therapy treatment techniques

* Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines

* Knowledge and understanding of First American populations

* Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, and Medical Sciences

* Organizational and time-management abilities

* Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management

Skills:

Experience:

Nonessential:

* 1 year directly related experience

Education:

Essential:

* Bachelors Degree in directly related field

* Must be a graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy

Credentials:
Essential:

* Pass general background check

* Occupational Therapist

* Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions:

Essential:

* Works in a hospital or clinic environment

* Potential exposure to contagious diseases

* Minor injuries, e.g. muscle aches,…