Occupational Therapist

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a part time Occupational Therapist 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Occupational Therapist II plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities. Additionally, the incumbent teaches patients skills and techniques and how to use adaptive equipment to participate in activities.

The Occupational Therapist II also studies, evaluates, and records patients' activities and progress.

• Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing complex evaluation data, identifying diagnosis, and developing a comprehensive care plan.
• Develops and updates an appropriate care plan with measurable goals in collaboration with the patient and their family and based on the person's age and lifestyle.
• Selects and administers assessment and treatment techniques and performs age-appropriate competency skills evaluations.
• Follows intervention protocols and revises interventions appropriately.
• Discharges patient when goals have been met or medical necessity is no longer indicated.
• Initiates patient and family education relative to age, readiness to learn, and emotional status.
• Utilizes appropriate methods and materials for effective learning, monitoring response to education, adapting program appropriately.
• Ensures that patient and family understand when and how to access further intervention.
• Performs data collection for the department accurately and within the expected time frame.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing:
Active FL Occupational Therapist license

Experience:

Minimum 3 year of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. Commitment to the University’s core values. Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Department Specific Qualifications

Education:

Master’s or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy Certification and Licensing:
Licensure in occupational therapy

Experience:

Minimum 2 years with board certification equivalency, 4 years without board certification equivalency If 2 years - evidence of training for advanced practice and/or program development in Occupational Therapy. Certification as a Clinical Instructor (CI) 320 hours of Physical Therapy student instruction as a CI Approved minimum 50 hour - curriculum of courses to advance specified clinical expertise - Productivity attainment Fulfillment of 3 professional development / engagement activities from the Clinical ladder Checklist

Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner. Walker, crutches, cane, wheelchair, lift equipment, hospital beds, commodes, goniometer, traction units, ultrasound machine, electrical stimulation machines, iontophoresis, vasopneumatic pump, cuff weights, pulley weights, isokinetic exercise equipment, and general office equipment (telephone, computer, facsimile machine, and copier). Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.

Participates in program development in specialty area to equip the team in meeting departmental and organizational service needs. Attends and participates in Grand Rounds to represent the Department of Physical Therapy in the domain of Occupational Therapy, and acquires information from our larger medical community to disseminate relevant information for staff development and service delivery. Serves as an advanced…