Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Department: Primary Care

Program: Health Systems

Reports To: Primary Care Director

Revision Date: 04/29/2021

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Exempt

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for un'ina (customer) assessment; evaluation; diagnosis, in consultation with the provider; plan of care; and evidence based intervention. The OT will assist un'ina who have an injury, illness, or de-conditioned state to improve their quality of life, manage their pain, and contribute to their overall wellness.

Essential Functions

• Provide quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results, determine plans of care in collaboration with the integrated care team
• Manages individualized goal-directed Occupational Therapy care through use of Occupational Therapy processes and principles
• Responsible as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise and modify therapy plans of care, based on assessment of patient responses, to optimize the outcomes for each patient
• Collaborates with other team members in an integrated model of care to review un'ina status and remain in contact with providers
• Collaborates with other team members to assure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and care plan is established
• Document un'ina encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations and prognoses
• Obtain un'ina informed consent to proposed interventions including risks, benefits, and any reasonable alternatives
• Develop and conduct in-service training programs for wellness and integrated care team staff
• Institute procedures in compliance with accreditation standards, participate in continuous quality improvement process and customer satisfaction activities

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (Stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/descend, work atop, traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

OSHA Categories

Category I - Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue

Equipment and Tools

Equipment used for job: Physical therapy, gym and exercise equipment. Computer, scanner, fax, copier and other office equipment

List Tools:

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Personal

Travel

• Local
• In-State
• Out-of-State

Qualifications

Education

• Master of Occupational Therapy Degree

Experience

• Two (2) years' experience in occupational therapy evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment
• Experience with computerized management information systems

License/Certification

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in Alaska, or obtained within three (3) months of hire
• CPR and AED certification
• State of Alaska Driver's License and remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire, or, with approval of the hiring manager, sign a *Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in lieu of having a driver's license to perform the required duties of the position (If Applicable)

Special Skills

• Knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFR, Part 2 regulations.
• Knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native/American Indian people.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously as well as organize, establish priorities, follow-up on details, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal communications, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Must be a team player.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers, and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.