Occupational Therapist (Part Time / PRN) - Critical Access Hospital

Functions as a Occupational Therapist (Part Time / PRN) in a team and mission-based setting to provide functional evaluation of the client and the planning and utilization of a program of purposeful activities to develop functional or adaptive skills designed to achieve maximal physical and mental functioning of the patient. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities. This position may be asked to work at other NCCH-designated work location or sites as needed.

Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Rehab Manager or designated therapist.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.  Experienced in public speaking and presentations.  Strong leadership abilities inclusive of clinical skills and personnel management skills.

 Education and/or Experience:

•  Graduate of an accredited college program in Occupational Therapy with a Bachelor of Science. 
•  Two or more years of work experience in acute care and skilled care or long term care settings, to include all ages of patients, preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist License from the Arizona State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

•  Current Certification as an OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered ) from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT)

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of HIPAA privacy requirements and medical terminology.

Establish and maintain solid working relationships through communication, cooperation, and positive interactions with all patients/clients, employees, staff, providers, and vendors.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and work independently with limited supervision.

Strong customer service skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Positive communication skills; ability to successfully interact with all customers; continuous demonstration of courteous, cooperative and service orientated behavior.

Supports and maintains a culture of safety, quality and positive patient experience.

Basic computer skills, and ability to use office equipment to include but not limited to copy machine, faxes, EMR, etc.,

Reasonable Accommodations / Job Performance: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and the physical demands satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is "safety sensitive".

This position summary is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but is not intended to limit the incumbent nor Northern Cochise Community Hospital Inc., to only the work identified.