Unitypoint Health Anamosa , IA 52205
Posted 2 months ago
Overview
As a leader in community health care, UnityPoint Health
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The staff Occupational Therapist is responsible for patient examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and therapeutic intervention. The staff Occupational Therapist practices within the scope of the profession of Occupational Therapy for adult and pediatric patients.
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Responsibilities
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
Essential functions are the duties and responsibilities that are essential to the position (not a task list). Do not include if less than 5% of work time is spent on this duty. Be specific without giving explicit instructions on how to perform the task. Do not include duties that are to be performed in the future. Duties should be action oriented and avoid vague or general statements.
% of Time
(annually)
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
Examines patients/clients - obtains history, performs a systems review, and selects and administers discipline- and age-specific tests and measures to obtain data
Evaluates patients/clients - makes clinical judgments based on data gathered during the examination
Develops patient/client diagnoses or problem lists (cluster of signs and symptoms)
Develops patient/client prognoses (optimal level of improvement and time needed to achieve it)
In collaboration with patient or family develops plans of care with measurable goals
Develops and implements patient/client interventions, including delegating and supervising support staff
Provides patient and family education and training
Completes required patient care documentation and communication
Formulates and implements patients discharge plans in collaboration with others
Collaborates with hospital departments and community agencies to deliver coordinated care.
Maintains a safe and orderly work environment
Meets department productivity standards
70%
Program and professional development
Provides clinical supervision of students
Facilitates orderly department functioning
Participates in Rehab Therapy hospital meetings
Participates in interdisciplinary task forces and committees
Participates in performance improvement activities
Contributes to program development
Participates in hospital and department provided inservices and community education
Participates in development and education of colleagues
Promotes a greater understanding of rehabilitation and of Occupational Therapy in the hospital and community
Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development in clinical practice, regulatory and fiscal issues
20%
Basic UPH Performance Criteria
Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
10%
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Demonstration of UPH Values and Standards of Behaviors
Consistently demonstrates UnityPoint Health's values in the performance of job duties and responsibilities
Foster Unity:
Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams.
Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions.
Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts and perspectives.
Own The Moment:
Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect
Enthusiastically engage in our work.
Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance.
Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin.
Champion Excellence:
Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.
Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations.
Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
Seize Opportunities:
Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.
Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.
Have the courage to challenge the status quo.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or Specialized
Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education:
Meets educational requirements as necessary for obtaining professional license as an Occupational Therapist
Experience:
Experience working as an Occupational Therapist is preferred
License(s)/Certification(s):
Current licensure in good standing to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Iowa.
Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.
Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. License to practice speech language pathology from the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
Multicultural sensitivity.
Microsoft Office - basic computer skills.
Customer/patient focused.
Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
Other:
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities. May drive a UPH vehicle, rental or own vehicle.
Information about Jones Regional Medical Center
Jones Regional Medical Center has been named 5th fastest growing hospital in the US by Modern Healthcare
Overview
All private rooms
Three major trauma rooms with an additional four exam rooms
State-of-the-art equipment and lighting
Easy navigation for patients to be evaluated and treated in the ED
Radiology/laboratory services located next to ED for easy testing access
5500+ volume Monthly
24/7 RT, Lab, ER and Radiology
Daytime offerings
http://www.unitypoint.org/anamosa/default.aspx
Choose Jones County
Jones County, located in the heart of Eastern Iowa along Highway 151, is central to major U.S. markets. Within five hours of Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Madison, and Omaha with easy access to the crossroads of America, Interstates 80 and 35.
Living in Jones County
Easy highway access to major shopping/entertainment in Cedar Rapids
Just 45 minutes from Iowa City
Growing trail system for walking and biking
Museums including the National Motorcycle Museum and the Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum
State and local parks for camping and recreation
Two new aqua parks
Numerous golf courses
Home of the Jones County Fair the 3rd largest county fair in the state of Iowa.
Area of Interest: Therapy;
FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.01;
Department: Occupational Therapy;
Shift: PRN - Monday thru Friday As Needed;
Job ID: 149364;
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