Evaluates patients' functional abilities and limitations through review of medical records, patient interviews, clinical observation, and standardized assessments.
Ø Assesses physical, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial factors affecting patients' ability to perform daily activities.
Ø Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals based on evaluation findings, patient priorities, clinical judgment, and applicable provider orders.
Ø Provides occupational therapy interventions within scope of practice, training, and demonstrated competency, including therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercise, self-care training, and strategies to improve participation in daily routines.
Ø Instructs patients in adaptive techniques, activity modification, joint protection, energy conservation, body mechanics, and safe use of assistive equipment.
Ø Recommends adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to support safety and independence at home, at work, and in the community.
Ø Monitors patients' responses to treatment, reassesses progress, and modifies treatment plans as needed.
Ø Coordinates care with physicians, APPs, physical therapists, and other members of the healthcare team.
Ø Plans for discharge, including home program recommendations, caregiver training, and coordination of additional services or resources.
Salary: Hiring range, based on experience and credentials: $88,524.80-132,787.20 per year
Workdays: This role will be primarily located at the East-side rehab clinic in Northeast Portland. Occasional coverage will be required on an as-needed basis at The Oregon Clinic Creekside Pavilion in Southwest Beaverton. Typical hours are Monday-Friday (Shift schedules are flexible, with ending times of either 5:40 PM or 6:00 PM, and based on the candidate's preference for an 8-, 9-, or 10-hour workday). Qualifications that support success in this role are based on education, experience and values including:Required:
-Current Oregon state license as an Occupational Therapist
-Current OTR certification through NBCOT.
-2+ years' experience as an Occupational Therapist.
-Current CPR/BLS within 60 days of hire. ACLS may be required by specialty.
Preferred:
-5+ years' experience as an Occupational Therapist.
-Certification as a Hand Therapist (CHT).
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
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Premium Benefits: - Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance
- Financial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually
- Wellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance services
- Commuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered
- Additional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance
