ProMedica's Mission is to improve your health and well-being. That's evident the minute you walk through the doors of ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital. Located about 60 miles southwest of Toledo in Defiance, Ohio, our facility was constructed in 2002 and designed to promote a healing environment. It also has state-of-the-art technology and private rooms that feel like a home away from home.

Being a community-based hospital, we also have a professional office building where you'll find many primary and specialty doctors. In addition, we're a critical-access hospital and accredited by the Joint Commission, the industry leader in setting healthcare standards. We're also an accredited Chest Pain Center and Level III trauma center.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position reports to the Director and has no direct reports.

POSITION SUMMARY

Administers various occupational therapy programs under guidelines established by a Licensed Occupational Therapist to facilitate rehabilitation of physically disabled patients, to maximize function and independence. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance performance; facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptations and productivity.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise

Provides occupational therapy treatments following established plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist, taking into account age and educational level, while accurately assessing patient’s response to treatment, as measured by clinical competencies. Can assist therapist in selective measurements, without interpretation, for evaluation. Clinician prepares and maintains accurate patient care records according to departmental protocols and demonstrates basic competency for completing accurate billing and electronic documentation under therapist supervision. Maintains clean and safe work environment to comply with hospital and department safety standards. Demonstrates professionalism in clinical practice. Understands and abides by ProMedica’s mission and values in all interactions with patients, visitors, and co-workers. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to advocate, communicate and educate patients of all age groups served including those with physical, emotional, language and cognitive impairments, taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies. Demonstrates knowledge and skill to utilize equipment safely and appropriately or patient care activities. Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs and safety standards. Patient confidentiality is maintained at all times. Manages and maintains productivity standards as established by the department. May assist in the supervision of students, rehabilitation aides and volunteers. Participates in program development, performance improvement projects and other committees as assigned. Able to provide occupational therapy in a variety of settings and may be required to travel between ProMedica Total Rehab locations. Performs other duties as directed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution

Skills: N/A

Years of Experience: N/A

License: Current State license to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certification: Maintain CPR certification. Ability to pass competencies of the position according to the job description, evaluation, and departmental policies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: N/A

Skills: N/A

Years of Experience: N/A

License: N/A

Certification: N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

Personal Protective Equipment: N/A

Physical Demands: N/A

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedica

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Requisition ID: 87169