Assistant Occupational Therapist Rehab Services Full Time…

Job Description
The Assistant Occupational Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist, this position administers treatment for patients by selecting appropriate techniques and therapies in order to restore function and prevent disability
Responsibilities:
Selects and administers appropriate occupational therapy treatment plans as well as provide patient, family and caregiver education
In conjunction with licensed occupational therapist, provides input regarding patient discharge plans
Provides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards
Supervises appropriate support personnel
Supervises students within departmental clinical education guidelines  
Administration of Work:Provides direct patient care for an estimated 65% of hours worked
Identifies need for licensed physical therapist’s intervention with evaluations and re-evaluations
Follows through with appropriate care treatment plans
Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with established policies and procedures
Assists in monitoring of quality management indicators
Demonstrates competency through the annual completion of written and/or demonstration style competency examinations
Leadership/Supervisory Skills:Delegates appropriate responsibilities to support staff
Promotes philosophy and objectives of NMH and Rehabilitation Services
Presents minimum of 1 inservice per year for Rehabilitation Services Department and/or NMH staff
Completes special assignments as assigned by the Manager or Resource Coordinator
Communication/Relationships:Demonstrates effective communication with licensed occupational therapists regarding patient care
Maintains/promotes open communication with internal contacts, such as nursing and social work
Participates in an ongoing mentorship program
Participates in applicable interdisciplinary rounds
Participates as a member of one Rehabilitation Services department shared leadership committees.
Organizational Expectations:Adheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures 
Adheres to the Code of Ethics, Customer Service Standards and the Patients First mission as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals 
Additional Functions:Supervises students within departmental clinical education guidelines.
The work involves potential risks which require use of safety precautions, use of safe practices with patients, clinical and office equipment (including universal precautions); avoidance of trips and falls, use of body mechanics; and observation of fire and safety regulations.  It is the responsibility of the employee to be familiar and compliant with these procedures.
AA/EOE
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