Occupational Therapist - Acute (Part Time)

Location Site : Salem Hospital Main Campus Department : SH AcutePosition Type : Part Time (20 hours / week)Start Time : 7 : 30Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live.

Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.

We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community : There's something about Salem, Oregon! Your Role With Us : The Occupational Therapist is responsible for patient evaluation, development and follow through of treatment plans to support the mission of Salem Health.

Core Functions : Evaluation and Treatment - Using evidence based standards and measures, the evaluation reflects an organized assessment based on the patient's diagnosis, presenting signs and history.

Develops a treatment plan that reflects the objective findings of the evaluation. Involves the patient / family in establishing measurable and functionally based goals.

Utilizes evidenced based treatment strategies with attention to patient safety to progress patients toward goals. Documentation and Billing- Documents within the time frame specified within each program area.

Documentation reflects patient response to therapy interventions, progress towards goals, and supports each billing entry.

Submits complete and accurate charges on a daily basis. Caseload Management- Proactively manages caseload, optimizes access, and identifies barriers and opportunities to support daily therapist efficiency to meet the demand.

Flexibility and a cooperative effort is required which may include working outside of your home department to meet the patient need when requested.

Direct and delegate tasks to the rehab aide appropriately in program area. Regulatory / Compliance- Understands and follows regulatory and compliance standards as well as licensure guidelines related to department area.

Clinical Competence- All licensed professional staff are expected to maintain clinical competence within the scope of practice.

Competency is defined as demonstrations of expertise as required by individual departments. Performance Improvement- Integrate lean tools for department continuous performance improvement activities.

Communication- Timely and effective communication is expected within department guidelines. Total Rewards Offerings : Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

Relocation assistance available for qualified candidatesFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.

Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay Onsite fitness center with 24 / 7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer and drink discounts in the cafeteria.

Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.Background / Expertise : Graduate of a program approved by the Committee on Accreditation in Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association or certification by NBCOT required.

Minimum of one (1) year of experience or clinical rotation in department specific area required.Holds a valid license to practice in the state of Oregon or is license eligible.

BLS from the AHA within 90 days of hire required.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org