Cert Occupational Therapy Asst - Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

**Overview** In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities. CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more! **Responsibilities** **JOB SUMMARY** As an interdisciplinary team member, conducts occupational therapy activities to improve patient function and prevent disability following disease or injury, and improve patients' ability to reach maximum performance within the limits of his/her capabilities under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Provides and coordinates comprehensive occupational rehabilitation care to patients through the proper utilization of education, and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with Occupational Therapy Standards of Practice. Work includes indirect patient care activities such as; documentation, scheduling, family training, attendance at rounds, interaction with the Interdisciplinary Team, participation in staff meetings, ordering supplies, and contributing to continuous quality control and performance improvement. Incumbents are also accountable for responding effectively to legal, patient rights, safety, maintenance, and emergency situations; participating in continuing education, staff development, self-directed learning, overseeing the performance of students and volunteers and providing performance feedback of staff, aides, students and volunteers as requested. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** + Assists in the update of therapeutic plans of care and treatment based on patient needs throughout patient's treatment/stay under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. + Assists in the implementation of therapeutic plans of care and treatment based on patient needs throughout patient's treatment/stay under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. + Assists in the completion of required documentation, in an accurate and thorough manner, of Occupational Therapy treatment in accordance with CHI-FH documentation standard under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. + Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of communication tools/materials for effective communication and understands how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. Patient Population Served: Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department's defined specific populations served. + Performs related duties as required. **Qualifications** **Education/Work Experience Requirements** Graduation from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Successful completion of a minimum of 2 months supervised Level 2 fieldwork experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. Successful completion of certification process for Occupational Therapy Assistant. Position requires at least two months prior experience in physical disabilities and a broad base of medical-surgical knowledge with care experience with the following: neurological impairments, orthopedic impairments and critical care within the last five years. **Licensure/Certification** + Current Washington State License or a Washington State Interim Permit (valid for a maximum of one year unless an extension is approved by the Department Director). + Current healthcare provider BLS certification. **Pay Range** $29.10 - $43.64 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.