Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
Minimum Pay:
$42.65
Position Overview
Capital Health Job Descriptions VERSION: 1 JOB TITLE: Occup Therapist - Hand COST CENTER: 000000 JOB CODE: 20712 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Telecommuting Eligible: SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Assesses and evaluates patients to determine appropriate treatment plan. Plans and provides occupational/hand therapy treatment. Documents accurately all aspects of occupational/hand therapy services in a timely and effective manner. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduation from accredited occupational therapy school or education approved by NJ State Occupational Therapy Advisory Council. Experience: Ongoing hand therapy experience in accordance with HTCC re-certification requirements Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED,Occupational Therapist License Knowledge and Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competence. Special Training: Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Usual Work Day: 8 Hours Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? No ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assesses and evaluates patients to determine appropriate treatment plan. Gathers and Assesses and evaluates patients to determine appropriate treatment plan. Gathers and synthesizes data from patient and family, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers. Uses appropriate and thorough evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed. Uses evidence-based, standardized outcomes measures on all patients unless otherwise defined by departmental practice. Works within the Scope of Services policy for Occupational Therapy. Works within ASHT guidelines for care of the upper extremity therapy patient. Plans and provides occupational/hand therapy treatment. Develops treatment plans and establishes measurable goals for patients. Implements treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, including ADL exercise programs, and manual techniques. Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in therapies and activities to improve the patient's level of function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions. Communicates key elements about patients' care when transferring the care of patients to another therapist. Coordinates care with other CH interdisciplinary team members. Coordinates with healthcare providers and others outside of CHS when needed including effective communication and advocacy for patients. Ensures chart documentation is timely. Ensures documents are complete and effective in communicating essential aspects of care including evaluation, care, attendance, and discharge of the patient. Ensures documentation of time spent with patient is accurate and clear, documentation of a patient encounter includes date and time, and charging practices accurately reflect care provided. Completes data reports, questionnaires, and surveys measuring patient outcomes as required. Engages in professional development of self and staff. Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning. Participates in clinical education program for OT students. Participates in committees, special projects, performance improvement (PI) activities, and presentations to community, including occasional participation in events outside of work hours as needed. Takes responsibility for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations. Attempts to understand various points of view, employs positive problem solving techniques and works toward full resolution of issues. Performs other duties as assigned. Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands, including acquisition of new knowledge/skills as needed. Shifts among campuses to fulfill patient needs, as required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Pinching/fine motor activities Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs. Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Dust/Particulate Matter
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.
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For benefit eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, we provide a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, robust PTO plan, overtime to eligible roles, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.
The pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.
The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.
