Occupational Therapist II, Inpatient (9-month Fixed Term)

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This is a 9-month, Fixed Term position, with an anticipated start date of July 27, 2026. JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. This full-time position involves working with inpatients in the pediatric acute care setting. Therapists will have the opportunity to utilize their treatment skills across a variety of patient populations and clinical specializations. Occupational Therapist II provides services to develop, enhance or restore functional capacity of patients whose abilities to cope with tasks of daily living are threatened or impaired by physical illness or injury, psychosocial disabilities, aging process, or by developmental deficits. Assesses and provides treatment in consultation with the individual patient, family and other appropriate persons. Duties may include the assessment, development, application and/or training in the use of assistive technology devices; training in the use of orthotic or prosthetic devices; pre-vocational evaluation, psychosocial re-conditioning for reentry into the community; dysphagia evaluation and treatment; and the adaptation of environments and processes to enhance functional performance. The Occupational Therapist II is a Senior Therapist with expertise and experience in developing treatment plans for complex cases and for a wide variety of ages and diagnoses, utilizing and applying innovative and advanced skills and techniques to solve patient care needs in an accurate and efficient manner. The ccupational Therapist II takes a leadership role in multi-disciplinary care team discussions, representing and recommending the most appropriate treatment plan for the needs of the patient. The Therapist serves as a clinical care advisor/guide to less experienced Therapists by answering questions, reviewing treatment plans and collaborating to develop and implement complex occupational therapy care plans. Supervises patient care responsibilities of Occupational Therapy interns, Assistants and duties of Rehabilitation Aide. Participates in program development, performance improvement, development of departmental policies and procedures, and other specialized programs. Occupational Therapists assigned to treat pediatric patients at LPCHS provide intervention to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with disorders that affect development of motor and behavioral skills within the professional scope of practice. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. * Analyzes findings to determine therapy diagnosis and prognosis and designs a program to maximize outcomes and alleviate impairment and functional limitations; identifies the frequency and duration required to meet goals. * Selects and administers appropriate assessment and treatment techniques. * Performs age appropriate competency skills in area of practice and with respect to individual patient's problems. * Discharges patient from treatment when appropriate with adequate discharge planning including equipment procurement and family training, and communicates this appropriately to patient, family and health care team. * Evaluates the need for, recommends, and trains in use of complex durable medical equipment, orthotics, prosthetics, and adaptive devices; Fabricates orthotic and adaptive devices. * Identifies departmental performance improvement issues and participates in performance improvement activities, e.g. chart reviews, revision of documentation forms, workflow studies, etc. * Regularly re-evaluates patient care services and programs, and completes assignments in the departmental plan to improve services. * Contributes to the development of departmental policies and procedures. * Participates in new program development, for example by developing treatment protocols for new patient populations. * Identifies needs for equipment repair or upgrade to maintain quality of care. * Makes recommendations for selection and purchase of specific equipment and supplies. * Initiates and participates in a leadership role in the multidisciplinary care planning to meet the needs of e

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