Rehab Therapist-Lead (Inpatient) at Samaritan Health Services – Lebanon, Oregon
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About This Position
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Provides lead/resource support for management in the efficient and effective delivery of physical, occupational or speech therapy in assigned area of responsibility. Promotes excellent patient care through appropriate supervision, evaluation and adequate training of departmental personnel, QA/QI, development and maintenance of appropriate policies and procedures, regulatory compliance and protocol development. Assists in daily scheduling and leads/organizes interdepartmental meetings as assigned. Participates in intradepartmental meetings and task forces as needed.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan Health Services evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. In addition to acute and swing bed rehab, we offer a variety of outpatient services including sports and orthopedic rehab, pediatric rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab, wheelchair seating, and neck, back and extremity care.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Therapist license required.
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Two (2) years experience providing therapy in area of specialty in an outpatient and/or acute hospital setting required.
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Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
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Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
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Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
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Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
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Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
CRAWL (hands & knees)
ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
PINCH Fingers
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
KNEEL (on knees)
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Upward
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
STAND
BEND FORWARD at waist
REACH - Forward
GRASP Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
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