TITLE: Occupational Therapist                                                    STATE CODE:  031

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Services                                 FSLA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EXPECTATION  FOR  ALL  EMPLOYEES:

• Supports the organization's mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, teamwork, innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, ownership and a passion for working with youth.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under indirect supervision, provides rehabilitative and developmental therapy and support services for ambulatory or inpatient clients within a specified patient care facility or clinical program. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance; facilitates the learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, diminish or correct pathology, and promote and maintain health.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Tests and evaluates patients for therapy and support needs; assesses availability of on­-site facilities, equipment, and/or services.
2. Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs designed to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or to adjust to their disabilities.
3. Treats, educates, and counsels patients and families as appropriate regarding specific physical, mental, and/or developmental disabilities.
4. Fabricates and fits splints, braces, and other adaptive devices and trains patients on use, according to therapy program.
5. Monitors patient progress throughout treatment; prepares and maintains records and reports as appropriate, ensuring adherence to procedural safeguards and confidentiality requirements.
6. Participates in training medical and nursing personnel in occupational therapy techniques and objectives.
7. Requisitions supplies and equipment; cleans and repairs tools and equipment as required.
8. Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
9. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the client.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and/or kinesiology.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy services, facilities and equipment.
• Ability to assess individual patient needs.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Knowledge of a range of therapy methods and techniques.
• Ability to fabricate and fit a range of adaptive devices for individual patients and to instruct in their use and maintenance.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Considerable physical Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50·pounds.
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.

 EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

•  Bachelor's degree; at least 6 months of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• State of Arizona Occupational Therapy Board License or licensure pending, as documented by temporary license; American Occupational Therapy Association Registration.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work Environment involves no physical risks or hazardous conditions

     X Work environment involves slight physical risks that require basic safety precautions (safety glasses, lab coats, rubber gloves etc.)

• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following detailed safety precautions (such as wearing respirators, handling hazardous materials, and working with industrial machinery.)

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.    

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.

__________________________________               __________________________

Employee Signature                                                        Date