Occupational Therapist, Inpatient Behavioral Health - Eastern Connecticut Health Network

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POSITION SUMMARY:

This position reports directly to the Clinical Nurse Manager. This position provides direct and indirect Occupational Therapy (OT) services, within the scope of licensure to Adult and Adolescent Behavioral Health (BH) inpatients. The incumbent will assist with developing treatment plans, coordinate appropriate groups and individual standardized assessments, complete documentation requirements, provide consultations, and make recommendations to the patient and the team for patient's maximal functioning. Identifies supports necessary for community based living. Contributes to creating a caring and compassionate environment through ECHN's Core Values of Respect, Teamwork and Communication.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) received from an Accredited College or University. State OTR license required.


• Must be trained in PMT and de-escalation techniques, as prescribed by ECHN, and receive certification within 6 months of hire into the role.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in working with the chronic BH / psychiatric population preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

• This position requires strong clinical skills including a demonstrated strong team orientation.


• Strong written as well as verbal communication using the English language is absolutely essential.


• Computer competency with basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook is essential.


• Flexibility in approach is vital so that treatment can be individualized meeting each patient's needs.


• Excellence in time management a must.


• Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.