Occupational Therapist Sunday-Saturday 8AM-5PM
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City West
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:
Mesa, Arizona
Department Name:
Banner Staffing Services-AZ
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Clinical Care
A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the
Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common
goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing
health care for the better sounds like something you want to be
part of, apply today!
Arizona is a year-round destination. Sunny skies and low humidity
prevail 300 days a year across the state. From awesome natural
wonders to culinary treats, tribal lands, vibrant cities,
world-class resorts, renowned golfing and historic Western towns,
there are some truly breathtaking moments to be had in the Grand
Canyon State.
Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem
opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are
utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great
way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member,
you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to
any regular opportunities within Banner Health.
As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will
enjoy:
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the evaluation, planning,
administration and supervision of Occupational Therapy treatment in
accordance with physician referral, state and local organizational
standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental
policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical
competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate
to the age of the patients served.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Evaluates patient's functional abilities and limitations.
Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes a plan of care
and treatment goals Completes comprehensive evaluation within the
established time frame set by the department. Identifies and
prioritizes key limiting factors. Establishes treatment goals that
are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect the key
limiting factors. Collaborates with patient and family/caregiver
when setting goal Initiates discharge planning. Recommends
additions to or modifications of referring orders.
2. Implements individualized treatment plan with consideration to
the patient's physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational
and age specific needs. Provides skilled treatment in a safe manner
Assesses ongoing effectiveness of treatment and modifies plan of
care as indicated. Involves patient and family/caregiver in the
treatment and decision making process. Provides ongoing education
to physician, nurse, patient, family/caregiver, and
interdisciplinary team.
3. Documents according to standards set by the department and
regulatory agencies. Documents legibly. Completes documentation
within the established time frames of the department. Documents
innovative and individualized treatment techniques/plan.
Documentation reflects comprehensive assessment of patient's
progress or lack of progress. Treatment goals are reassessed
according to department policies
4. Communicates pertinent patient information to ensure the best
possible follow through of care. Communicates evaluation/treatment
results and patient progress to physicians, nurses, patient,
family/caregiver, co-workers and the interdisciplinary team.
Communicates in a clear and timely manner. Accepts responsibility
to contact physicians for routine or difficult problem solving to
ensure optimal patient outcome. Defends treatment rationale with
standard practices and/or current literature
5. Exhibits adaptability in assignments as it relates to caseload,
scheduling, and staffing shifts. Takes initiative to assist in
other patient care areas and accepts responsibility for all patient
care needs.
6. Demonstrates appropriate direction and delegation of personnel
to achieve safe delivery of quality cost effective patient care.
direction and delegation of the COTA, Therapy Technician and
student complies with department policies and regulatory agencies.
Participates in the training and orientation of new personnel.
Assures competency of personnel, prior to delegation of task.
7. Department operational activities. Participates in
department/facility process improvements. Meets productivity
standards set by the department.
8.This position has responsibility for interacting with all levels
of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients,
families, and external contacts such as employees of other health
care institutions, community providers and agencies concerning the
health care of the patient. Also interacts with the physician
offices in order to report, requires or clarify information
Performs all functions according to established policies,
procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as
applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner
Health with an excellent service experience by consistently
demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
NOTE: The core functions are intended to describe the general
content of and requirements of this position and are not intended
to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or
responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's
immediate manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
DIRECTLY REPORTING
None
MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING
May provide direction to licensed and non-licensed personnel in the
activities necessary to provide quality care and services.
TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
Banner Health Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, values,
and purpose of the organization. They will serve as role models for
staff and act in a people-centered, service excellence-focused, and
results-oriented manner.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS
DP - Typical Direct Patient Care environment: (Nutrition Rep,
Chaplain, RN)
Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch
frequently.
Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond
quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs.
Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color
vision.
Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and
ability to grasp and handle objects.
Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating,
transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair.
May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.
Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood
and bodily fluids.
Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing,
and speaking in person or on telephone.
May require periodic use of personal computer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have successfully completed the academic requirements of an
educational program in occupational therapy approved by the
appropriate governing board. Must possess a current Occupational
Therapy license from the State of practice.
Current license from state of practice. BLS certification
required.
Relates throughout the interview process their clinical competency,
experience, training and education they have received that is
required to perform the job. Demonstrates through behaviors and
answers to job related experiential questions. Employees working
for Banner Home Care/Hospice and Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility
must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of
hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment.
Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software
applications commonly used in an automated patient care
environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
DATE APPROVED 02/07/2021
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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