USAJOBS · 3 weeks ago
Occupational Therapist (Clinical Specialist) - Spinal Cord Injury
Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking an Occupational Therapist assigned to the Spinal Cord Injury and Disorders Program at the St Louis VA Health Care System. The role involves providing therapy services to a specialized inpatient ward and outpatient programs, focusing on advanced technologies and assistive devices for veterans with spinal cord injuries.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Assistive Technologies; advanced knowledge to include screening, evaluation, treatment interventions specific to the SCI/D populations in the areas of the appropriate usage of devices; evaluation and ordering and training of these compensatory devices for Veterans with SCI/D
Performs complex occupational therapy evaluations for SCI/D patients with regard to activities of daily living
Evaluates patients with spinal cord injuries and related disorders for specialized and individualized technology needs. Considered during evaluation are the patient's level of injury, mechanism of injury, pre- and post-morbid cognitive and visual levels of function, and post-injury impairments
Provides training in use of external and internal tools for Assistive Technology in rehabilitation
Assesses for and properly prescribes rehabilitative and compensatory tools
Evaluates patients with SCI/D who demonstrate a need for assistive technologies in order to maximize independence in ADLs, IADLs and recreational activities
Consults with veteran, medical team, nursing, and wound care nurse regarding veteran's unique needs for maintaining skin integrity and/or supporting wound healing
Demonstrates knowledge of entire spectrum of deficits which necessitate the need for assistive technologies as well as strategies for remediation and compensation for these deficits
Develops protocols for evaluation and issuance of Assistive Technologies, including templates for documentation, reference sheets for screening and treatment progression, and updates to SCI/D interdisciplinary team
Uses advanced knowledge of evidence -based OT treatment and interventions across multiple areas of practice to evaluate, determine goals, implement a program, recommend adaptive equipment and assistive technologies, and plan discharge for patients within the specialized areas of SCI/D
Communicates with team members regarding changes in patient status, development of treatment programs, and discharge plans
Assesses the need for an patient's ability to use adaptive equipment including ADL aids, power and manual mobility, bathroom aids, emergency access technology and other assistive technologies
Participates in home visits as appropriate to patient's home or place of employment to assess for safety, self-care, ergonomic considerations, and need for adaptive equipment and/or assistive technology as it relates to the SCI/D population
Provides advanced clinical information and education in the area of assistive technologies to all therapists and other SCI/D staff in the assigned area as requested
Demonstrates knowledge of assistive technologies evaluation and issuance by acting as a resource on technology to clinicians both locally and nationally
Established contact with local and national assistive technology specialists to keep up to date on innovative products and rehabilitation interventions
Demonstrates the ability to function as a clinical instructor for affiliating students with an emphasis on SCI/D and assistive technology expertise
Provides advanced expertise and training to occupational therapists and staff of the SCI/D service with additional focus on assistive technology
Provides OT-relevant training to SCI/D nursing staff on skills needed to assist with daily care needs of veterans with SCI/D during inpatient rehabilitation
Oversees the day-to-day operation of the SCI/D Occupational Therapy clinic areas to which assigned
Provides input to the SCI/D Chief and SCI/D Therapy Supervisor for the development and/or revision of OT department policy and procedures as requested
Assists the SCI/D Program Manager in establishing patient care standards by designing and implementing an evaluation and program planning protocol for the service as requested
Communicates regularly, both formally and informally, with SCI/D patients, family, and caregivers with regards to the care needs for veterans with SCI/D
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Completion of one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level and directly related to the position being filled
Candidates must possess a current NBCOT certification as an OT
Candidates must possess a full, current, and unrestricted state license, to practice occupational therapy in a state, territory or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia
Knowledge of contemporary occupational therapy across multiple areas of practice
Ability to provide clinical guidance in the advanced practice area to other OT practitioners
Knowledge of advanced specialized evaluation, interventions and services to independently develop treatment strategies for area of specialization
Skill in developing protocols and procedures for intervention programs based on current occupational therapy theory, recent research, and practice
Ability to provide consultation to other health care practitioners and outside groups about occupational therapy scope of practice for area of specialization
Ability to implement, revise/update evidence based occupational therapy services and programming in area of specialization
Preferred
SCI/Neurologic specialty rehabilitation experience preferred
Assistive technology experience preferred
Benefits
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