KurzSolutions
Occupational Therapist
KurzSolutions, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
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The Community - Tucson, ArizonTucson is a place where talented artists, chefs, and craftspeople have taken inspiration from the incredible natural surroundings of the Sonoran Desert for thousands of years. While the sunsets are world-famous, that same sun never sets on the creativity of some of the finest, and the belief is that everyone showcasing here offers something genuinely exceptional and evocative of the place they ply their trade. More than just saguaros and Sonoran hot dogs, Tucson is a cultural and natural hub where visitors can experience the Southwest as it was meant to be. In the heart of the Sonoran Desert, Tucson offers a modern perspective of the old west. The city is home to a wide range of museums, historic sites, hiking trails, golf courses, and some of the most unique flora and fauna in the world, giving visitors plenty to do during their time here. From gardens and zoos to the museums and university campus, Tucson's unique beauty shines through the wide range of attractions and vibrant downtown districts.
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Facility - Tucson VAMCThe Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) located in Tucson AZ serves over 171,000 Veterans located in eight counties in Southern Arizona and one county in Western New Mexico. SAVAHCS is a 295-bed hospital providing primary care and sub-specialty health care in numerous medical areas for eligible Veterans. SAVAHCS also provides our Veterans with quality care at our seven Community Based Outpatient Clinics located at Safford, Casa Grande, Sierra Vista, Yuma, Green Valley, Northwest and Southeast Tucson.
The VA Medical Center located at Tucson Arizona is the "Flagship" for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS), which serves over 170,000 veterans located in eight counties in Southern Arizona and one county in Western New Mexico. This 295-bed hospital provides training, primary care and sub-specialty health care in numerous medical areas for eligible Veterans.
Facility Address: 3601 S 6 th ve, Tucson, AZ 85723
Occupational Therapist - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)
Planning, reviewing and implementing treatment programs based upon initial and interim evaluations.Communicating and collaborating with the patients, family members, caregivers, interdisciplinary professionals and other internal/external stakeholders both orally and in writing.dapts assessment tools and treatments to the complexity of the diagnosis or disabilities and demonstrates the clinical reasoning necessary to identify the need for further in-depth specific assessment of function and utilization of non-standard methods and techniques.Documents plan of care and care given in patient's medical record.Monitors patient's response to interventions, modifies treatment plan, and reevaluates as indicated to meet short-term and long-term goals.Provides appropriate devices for activities of daily living and upper extremity support and can fabricate, adjust, adapt, and modify orthoses, splints, and adaptive equipment or other durable medical equipment for activities of daily living in order to meet the needs of patients.Provides instruction and training to patient and/or caregiver on all equipment or assistive devices issued.Develops home programs for patients as needed prior to discharge and instructs patients, family or caregivers in implementation of home program.Provides consultation, as needed, to peers and other staff responsible for the care of the assigned patient.Provides clinical oversite and collaboration with occupational therapy assistants (OTA).Provides patient care which is appropriate to the cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of young adults (18-45 years old), middle adults (45-65 years old), and older adults (65-older) patients.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.ssures section compliance with all applicable standards such as CARF and the Joint Commission and National Patient Safety Goals.Documents initial findings, treatment goals, equipment recommendations, patient progress and discharge summaries timely and in accordance with established policies.Responsible for patient education in his/her program area.ssesses patient/family knowledge-level, implements plan of instructions, and records the patient's family's demonstrated level of understanding.Maintains clinic and equipment in a safe and orderly manner in accordance with safety and infection control policies, Joint Commission, CARF regulations, and other relevant regulatory policies.ttends and actively participates in conferences, rounds, huddles, discharge planning, team meetings, etc., as part of an interdisciplinary team.Participates in discharge planning.Occupational Therapist Requirements:
Shall have a full and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States of the District of Columbia.Current AHA Basic Life Support certification.Minimum two years current experience.Graduate from a program accredited by ACOTE - Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education.Current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification as an OT.
KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market.www.kurzsolutions.com
The Community - Tucson, ArizonTucson is a place where talented artists, chefs, and craftspeople have taken inspiration from the incredible natural surroundings of the Sonoran Desert for thousands of years. While the sunsets are world-famous, that same sun never sets on the creativity of some of the finest, and the belief is that everyone showcasing here offers something genuinely exceptional and evocative of the place they ply their trade. More than just saguaros and Sonoran hot dogs, Tucson is a cultural and natural hub where visitors can experience the Southwest as it was meant to be. In the heart of the Sonoran Desert, Tucson offers a modern perspective of the old west. The city is home to a wide range of museums, historic sites, hiking trails, golf courses, and some of the most unique flora and fauna in the world, giving visitors plenty to do during their time here. From gardens and zoos to the museums and university campus, Tucson's unique beauty shines through the wide range of attractions and vibrant downtown districts.
Take closer look at what can be experienced in Tucson here!
Facility - Tucson VAMCThe Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) located in Tucson AZ serves over 171,000 Veterans located in eight counties in Southern Arizona and one county in Western New Mexico. SAVAHCS is a 295-bed hospital providing primary care and sub-specialty health care in numerous medical areas for eligible Veterans. SAVAHCS also provides our Veterans with quality care at our seven Community Based Outpatient Clinics located at Safford, Casa Grande, Sierra Vista, Yuma, Green Valley, Northwest and Southeast Tucson.
The VA Medical Center located at Tucson Arizona is the "Flagship" for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS), which serves over 170,000 veterans located in eight counties in Southern Arizona and one county in Western New Mexico. This 295-bed hospital provides training, primary care and sub-specialty health care in numerous medical areas for eligible Veterans.
Facility Address: 3601 S 6 th ve, Tucson, AZ 85723
Occupational Therapist - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)
Planning, reviewing and implementing treatment programs based upon initial and interim evaluations.Communicating and collaborating with the patients, family members, caregivers, interdisciplinary professionals and other internal/external stakeholders both orally and in writing.dapts assessment tools and treatments to the complexity of the diagnosis or disabilities and demonstrates the clinical reasoning necessary to identify the need for further in-depth specific assessment of function and utilization of non-standard methods and techniques.Documents plan of care and care given in patient's medical record.Monitors patient's response to interventions, modifies treatment plan, and reevaluates as indicated to meet short-term and long-term goals.Provides appropriate devices for activities of daily living and upper extremity support and can fabricate, adjust, adapt, and modify orthoses, splints, and adaptive equipment or other durable medical equipment for activities of daily living in order to meet the needs of patients.Provides instruction and training to patient and/or caregiver on all equipment or assistive devices issued.Develops home programs for patients as needed prior to discharge and instructs patients, family or caregivers in implementation of home program.Provides consultation, as needed, to peers and other staff responsible for the care of the assigned patient.Provides clinical oversite and collaboration with occupational therapy assistants (OTA).Provides patient care which is appropriate to the cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of young adults (18-45 years old), middle adults (45-65 years old), and older adults (65-older) patients.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.ssures section compliance with all applicable standards such as CARF and the Joint Commission and National Patient Safety Goals.Documents initial findings, treatment goals, equipment recommendations, patient progress and discharge summaries timely and in accordance with established policies.Responsible for patient education in his/her program area.ssesses patient/family knowledge-level, implements plan of instructions, and records the patient's family's demonstrated level of understanding.Maintains clinic and equipment in a safe and orderly manner in accordance with safety and infection control policies, Joint Commission, CARF regulations, and other relevant regulatory policies.ttends and actively participates in conferences, rounds, huddles, discharge planning, team meetings, etc., as part of an interdisciplinary team.Participates in discharge planning.Occupational Therapist Requirements:
Shall have a full and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States of the District of Columbia.Current AHA Basic Life Support certification.Minimum two years current experience.Graduate from a program accredited by ACOTE - Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education.Current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification as an OT.
KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market.www.kurzsolutions.com