Occupational Therapist

Summit Pacific Medical Center

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Elma, Washington

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Facilitates the rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities through the planning and administration of occupational therapy services. Coordinates with the patient care team to implement treatment programs that promote maximum independence in daily living skills.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and possess comprehensive knowledge of therapy theories and concepts. You are skilled in providing quality care, promoting patient independence through various therapeutic interventions, and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. You can also maintain accurate documentation and apply independent judgment to problem-solving and prioritization.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Occupational Therapy

BLS certification

Therapy theories

Communication skills

Documentation

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Organization

Prioritization

Job Description

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

  • Critical Access Hospital
  • 24/7 Emergency Department
  • Level II Cardiac Center
  • Level III Stroke Center
  • Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

Pay Range (depending on experience):

$42.03 - $64.39

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Job Summary
Facilitates development and rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities by planning and administering occupational therapy services for patients in concert with the total care plan. Provides quality care to help each patient attain maximum independence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
* 1. Provides comprehensive Occupational Therapy care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Performs intakes and evaluations, assesses and interprets evaluations and test results, discusses goals with patients, implements care plans, educates patients about risks and benefits, and monitors progress. Works closely with other members of patient care team in the formulation of the total care plan for patients. 
* 2. Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to the patient’s capacity and interest. Helps patient develop or regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to disabilities by implementing treatment programs, which include areas of daily living skills, sensorimotor skills, cognition and therapeutic adaptations. This may include use of physical agents, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise.
* 3. Assures implementation and compliance of the therapy plan. Modify treatment plan as indicated by patient condition progress. Instruct caregivers and family for maximal function and safety in the home environment, including proper use of equipment, body mechanics and guarding techniques. Instructs, supervises and counsels caregivers and family members in continuity of care management. Makes referrals to other disciplines as appropriate.
* 4. Evaluates the therapy plan. Reviews the written plan and its effect on patient care and makes appropriate modifications. Obtains feedback from the other team members regarding the plan’s effectiveness. Explores progress in care with the staff, patient and /or family. Consults with the attending provider concerning alteration of the therapy plan. Reviews patient’s record in appropriate utilization review setting. Meets as needed with the Rehabilitation Manager regarding patient care problems and how these may be resolved.
* 5. Meets or exceeds quality care standards, achieves clinical excellence, contributes to quality improvement, and strives for high patient satisfaction. Independently plans work and develops procedures to accomplish goals. Participates actively in the quality improvement system, complies with all appropriate Washington State Department of Health standards, National Patient Safety goals, and other quality improvement projects.
* 6. Maintains professional skills through research and training/continuing education opportunities. Participates in interdisciplinary meetings; stays abreast of trends and best practices; develops and implements new and revised methods, practices, policies, techniques and procedures. Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and federal, state and local laws.
7. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
*Essential Job Function

Organizational Responsibilities
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, Master’s preferred
• One year of occupational therapy practice, preferred

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations
1. Current and unrestricted license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of Washington (upon hire)
2. Current BLS certification

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
1. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of therapy theories and concepts.
2. Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience.
3. Ability to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients.
4. Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and records.
5. Ability to work independently performing a wide variety of duties that require the use of independent judgment, advanced problem-solving, critical thinking, organization, and prioritization skills.

Physical Requirements

  • Lifting < 10lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
  • Lifting 10-35lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
  • Lifting > 35lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
  • Carrying < 10lbs: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
  • Carrying 10-35lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
  • Carrying > 35lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
  • Pushing/Pulling: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
  • Sitting: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
  • Standing: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
  • Walking: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
  • Bending/Stooping: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
  • Crouching: Frequent (30-70% of the time)

Sensory Requirements

  • Vision: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
  • Hearing: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
  • Speech: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices

FTE:

1

Work Shift:

All non union, non exempt staff

Working Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Medical
  • Prescription
  • Dental (including Orthodontia)
  • Vision
  • Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
  • Daycare subsidized benefit
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
  • 457 retirement account for additional funds
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Smoking Cessation Assistance
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
  • Beautiful on-site gym for employees
  • Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
  • Walking trails on site

Additional Information:

  • Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
  • Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as:
  • Hiking/ walking trails – whether you’re looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world!
  • Kayaking – There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views.
  • Nature viewing – Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car)
  • Fishing & Hunting – If you’re looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks!
  • Other activities – Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn.
  • Nearby colleges – Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state.

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment.

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.

Summit Pacific Medical Center

Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with 24-hour emergency services and a ten-bed inpatient unit supported by hospitalists. Our Medical Center provides state-of-the-art technology in a healing, spa-like environment with an emphasis on quality, access and compassion. We pride ourselves on our low emergency department wait times and ability to give patients access to a doctor quickly. • Level IV Critical Access Hospital • Level II Cardiac Center • Level III Stroke Center • Level IV Trauma Care At Summit Pacific, we have the ability to stabilize and provide advanced trauma life support to critically injured patients prior to transferring them to a higher-level trauma center by ambulance or helicopter. Stopping at Summit Pacific for stabilization has been instrumental in saving the lives of heart attack and stroke victims and those with traumatic injuries. Along with our emergency services we offer seven-day-a-week urgent care, two primary care clinics, full service laboratory and diagnostic imaging services, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation program, physical, occupational and speech therapy, a medication assisted treatment clinic, infusion therapy and more. We are supported by dynamic leadership, a solid electronic medical records system and a great staff. In addition to this energetic, collegial work environment, we enjoy the support of our community and a great quality of life – a mild maritime climate; an abundance of outdoor recreation, arts, and culture; and easy access to Olympia, Seattle, and Portland. Mission In partnership with our community, we passionately advance the health of all individuals with an emphasis on quality, access and compassion. Vision Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation. Core Values • Passion • Respect • Integrity • Compassion • Excellence
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