Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Occupational Therapist - Adult Acute - Relief Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2025-34972 Position Category Rehabilitative Position Type Relief/Flex/Resource Job Type AFSCME union represented Department Acute Rehabilitation Services Salary Range $44.91 - $61.65 per hour FTE 0.00 HR Mission Healthcare Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The purpose of this position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation services patient care team by providing occupational therapy services such as ADL training, energy conservation, splint fabrication for upper extremities, exercise, sensory integrations and perceptual/cognitive training to assist patients in improving their function at home and in the community. Treatment also included patient/family education, and various therapeutic procedures to assist patients in improving function, strength, endurance and functional mobility. Therapists evaluate each appropriately referred patient, establish treatment goals and objectives, develop and implement the treatment plan, and assist in the process of discharge planning and post-hospital placement. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns, assist with other educational research activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentation and productivity. This position may include weekend shift rotation.

Function/Duties of Position

Evaluation and Caseload Management

Prioritizes patient care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitation Evaluates patients to determine appropriateness of referralIdentifies rehab potential, establishes treatment goals specific to the scope of acute care rehabilitation, including functional outcomes, quantitative measures and target datesDevelops treatment plans to achieve identified goals Documents evaluations in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteriaEnters accurate codes for services performed and bills time in patient care accuratelyProvides consultation in a time-efficient manner for patients, specific to care area; requesting orders and/or providing guidance to the patient’s team regarding activity or prevention of complications

Provides skilled rehabilitation treatment

Prioritizes care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationPerforms and documents skilled patient care activities, including direct treatment and caregiver/patient/family educationMonitors and adjusts treatment plans specific to patient progressFabricates and adjusts splints to meet patient needsCommunicates patient needs and promotes carryover of strategies, precautions, etc. with nursing and other caregiversUpdates recommendations to team regarding continuing rehabilitation needs and plan as patient’s condition and situations warrant Directs, supports and provides supervision as required for COTAs, aides and volunteersDevelops and enhances patient care program and patient outcomes in specialty area Documents treatment and other patient contacts in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria.

Clinical Education

Provides evidence-based clinical instruction experiences and supervision for OT studentsEnsure student completion of weekly goals; identifies and facilitates achievement of affiliation objectivesProvides regular feedback and completes evaluations on schedule Participates in the supervision and training for students from other disciplines

Care Coordination

Collaborates with patient, family, and medical team in multidisciplinary patient rounds, ensuring a common level of understanding of the patient’s rehabilitation needs, and providing recommendations for rehab after dischargeRequests patient/family conferences as appropriate, and participates in conferences representing department, heightens awareness of and advocates for rehab needs of patient Enhances patient safety both during and after hospitalization by assisting the team in problem-solving, including but not limited to vision, ADL, and cognition impairmentsProvides feedback and educates physicians, fellows, residents, and other health care providers about rehabilitation (including but not limited to medical necessity for skilled rehabilitation services and appropriate referrals and expectations for rehab outcome and intensity at various levels of care)

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

Completion of an occupational therapy educational program that is recognized by the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing Board

 

BLS Certification

 

Limited Permit or Oregon occupational therapy license must be obtained at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications BS, BA, MS or OTD in Occupational TherapyAcute hospital, SNF, inpatient rehab experience or student affiliation Additional Details

Inpatient hospital environment

All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.