Job Posting
Posting Date:
March 29, 2013
Job Title:
Occupational Therapist
Location:
St. Albans and Enosburg office
Hours:
Full-time, part-time and per-diem
Reports to:
Clinical Rehab Manager
Position Summary: The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, implements and evaluates direct care to a diversified client caseload reflecting advanced knowledge, expertise and appropriate intervention in accordance with prescribed standards of the profession. The Occupational Therapist supervises the Occupational Therapy Assistant according to Agency policy. The omission of specific statements of duties does not preclude them from this position if the work is similar or is a logical assignment to this position. Experience/Knowledge/Skills Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or University Prefer one-year minimum as a therapist in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, outpatient setting or home health agency Must have strong critical thinking, assessment, and communication skills. The ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated team required. Education/License Requirements: Possess a current license to practice Occupational Therapy in the State of Vermont Submit cover letter and resume by the end of the business day on Friday, April 5, 2013. A complete job description is available in Human Resource Services. Posting is continued on back page…..
General Requirements: 1. Must demonstrate and maintain any required competency. 2. Able to speak, read and write in English. 3. Computer literacy – must have basic keyboarding and computer skills in a windows environment. 4. Be honest, self-directed, possess initiative, display good judgment and a positive attitude towards daily activities. 5. Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written work. 6. Be able to work cooperatively and in a productive manner with Agency employees, clients, customers and the general public. 7. Maintain satisfactory standing with the Adult Abuse Registry, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry, Vermont Criminal Information Center and OIG. 8. Be free from the illegal use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. 9. Be able to carry out the essential functions of this job without risk of harm to the health and safety of self and others. 10. Hold a valid driver’s license and have a reliable, registered vehicle with insurance as required by Vermont Law, as appropriate to position. WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Traveling is required. 2. May work within Agency facilities, community based settings, client homes and outdoors. 3. May work during non-business hours. 4. May experience: Hostile and emotionally upset clients, family members, visitors and staff; Stress due to a demanding profession; An exposure to blood-borne pathogens; A variety of environmental exposures such as inclement weather, animals, firearms, tobacco use, dust and other client based activities and preferences. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must walk, sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours. 2. Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying – be able to lift, push, pull or carry a minimum thirty five (35) pounds and be able to move the weight a distance of five (5) feet. 3. Climbing – be able to navigate stairs of varying heights and degrees. 4. Balancing – be able to maintain balance. 5. Kneeling, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching below waist level, reaching overhead and reaching torso level. 6. Manual finger dexterity – will need dexterity to perform duties and use equipment. 7. Visual acuity – will need sufficient eyesight to drive a car, use office equipment and perform duties. 8. Auditory acuity – will need to assist individuals in person and by telephone.
