Occupational Therapist

Provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment and education. Monitors the treatment plans of inpatients and outpatients. Collaborates with the rehabilitation team to provide optimal patient care.

• Completes evaluations using appropriate tools consistent with patient history and diagnosis, in accordance with standards of care and practice.
• Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to ensure evaluations are performed safely and accurately.
• Establishes long‑term and short‑term patient goals which are realistic, measurable, and address functional needs; goals are documented upon completion of treatment.
• Plans and provides treatment to patients as appropriate, in accordance with standards of care and practice.
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff, hospital, community, and departmental committees.
• Follows hospital exposure‑control plans for blood‑borne and airborne pathogens.
• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times; follows HIPAA regulations and policies.
• Ensures regular and predictable attendance.
• Communicates with patients, families, and co‑workers in person, in writing, and over the telephone.

• BS or graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Previous clinical/rehabilitation experience is preferred.
• Idaho State license (or eligibility) as an Occupational Therapist.
• CPR certification, or completed within 30 days of hire.

Full time, 40 hours per week.

SMH is EOE.