Occupational Therapist -Adult Acute - Relief

The purpose of this position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation services patient care team by providing occupational therapy services such as ADL training, energy conservation, splint fabrication forupper extremities, exercise, sensory integrations and perceptual/cognitive training to assist patients inimproving their function at home and in the community. Treatment also includes patient/family education, andvarious herapeutic procedures to assist patients in improving function, strength, endurance and functionalmobility. Therapists evaluate each appropriately referred patient, establish treatment goals and objectives,develop and implement the treatment plan, and assist in the process of discharge planning and post-hospitalplacement. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns, assist with other educational research activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentationand productivity. This position may include weekend shift rotation.Evaluation and Caseload ManagementPrioritizes patient care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationEvaluates patients to determine appropriateness of referralIdentifies rehab potential, establishes treatment goals specific to the scope of acute care rehabilitation, including functional outcomes, quantitativemeasures and target datesDevelops treatment plans to achieve identified goalsDocuments evaluations in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteriaEnters accurate codes for services performed and bills time in patient care accuratelyProvides consultation in a time-efficient manner for patients, specific to care area; requesting orders and/or providing guidance to the patient’s teamregarding activity or prevention of complicationsProvides skilled rehabilitation treatmentPrioritizes care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationPerforms and documents skilled patient care activities, including direct treatment and caregiver/patient/family educationMonitors and adjusts treatment plans specific to patient progressFabricates and adjusts splints to meet patient needsCommunicates patient needs and promotes carryover of strategies, precautions, etc. with nursing and other caregivers Updates recommendations to team regarding continuing rehabilitation needs and plan as patient’s condition and situations warrant Directs, supports and provides supervision as required for COTAs, aides and volunteers Develops and enhances patient care program and patient outcomes in specialty area Documents treatment and other patient contacts in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria.Clinical EducationProvides evidence-based clinical instruction experiences and supervision for OT studentsEnsure student completion of weekly goals; identifies and facilitates achievement of affiliation objectivesProvides regular feedback and completes evaluations on scheduleParticipates in the supervision and training for students from other disciplinesServiceDemonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills in all interactions with patients and family, including both telephone and face-to-face situationsDemonstrates active listening skills and supportive, professional behavior at all times, to patients, families and staffAddresses complaints and problems promptly and courteously, involving management when indicatedCommunicates with patients, families, and other healthcare team members in a timely and cost-efficient, courteous manner.Care CoordinationCollaborates with patient, family, and medical team in multidisciplinary patient rounds, ensuring a common level of understanding of the patient’srehabilitation needs, and providing recommendations for rehab afterdischargeRequests patient/family conferences as appropriate, and participates in conferences representing department, heightens awareness of and advocatesfor rehab needs of patientEnhances patient safety both during and after hospitalization by assisting the team in problem-solving, including but not limited to vision, ADL, andcognition impairmentsProvides feedback and educates physicians, fellows, residents, and other health care providers about rehabilitation (including but not limited tomedical necessity for skilled rehabilitation services and appropriate referralsand expectations for rehab outcome and intensity at various levels of care)Completion of an occupational therapy educational program that is recognized by the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing BoardBLS CertificationLimited Permit or Oregon occupational therapy license must be obtained at the time of appointment.Current American Heart BLS CPR certification Current State of Oregon Occupational Therapy LicenseAcute hospital, SNF, inpatient rehab experience or student affiliationInpatient hospital environmentAbility to lift 40 lbs, repeatedly carry equipment weighing more than 5 lbs and walk extensively on hard andsoft surfaces. Frequent bending and reaching to navigate medical equipment or perform treatment is required.Must have knowledge of inpatient medical environments and equipment such as oxygen, ventilation,respiratory apparatuses. Requires ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situationsthat may arise.Benefits:Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employeeTwo separate above market pension plans to choose fromVacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of serviceSick Leave- up to 96 hours per year8 paid holidays per yearSubstantial Tri-met and C-Tran discountsAdditional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)We are Oregon's only public academic health center.In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.All are welcome.OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.To request reasonable accommodation, contact

Created: 2026-03-23