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$ $ 91520 - 114400
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Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Bethel Alaska
Position Summary:
We are seeking a fulltime Occupational Therapist to provide quality care in both outpatient and inpatient settings including occasional work in a Long Term Care facility. The position involves treating a wide range of patient age groups and diagnoses consistent with the State of Alaskas scope of practice for occupational therapy. Responsibilities include conducting home visits traveling to local villages and frequently collaborating with medical providers. Strong didactic skills are essential due to Alaskas Direct Access privilege for occupational therapy. The ideal candidate will incorporate evidencebased medicine into patient care plans while exemplifying professional conduct patient care ethics and respect for cultural diversity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide occupational therapy care in outpatient inpatient and Long Term Care settings.
- Conduct home visits and village travel as needed.
- Collaborate frequently with medical providers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Develop and modify patient care plans based on evidencebased medicine and patientspecific considerations.
- Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in patient care.
- Utilize Alaskas Direct Access privilege to assess and treat patients independently.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Experience: No minimum clinical experience required but preferred.
- Licensing/Certification: Must be licensed in good standing as an OT in Alaska or another state (with licensure pending in Alaska). Must hold current NBCOT certification and BLS certification.
- Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret occupational therapy literature and medical documentation.
- Strong communication skills including the ability to communicate with nonEnglish speaking patients.
- Ability to compose accurate and clear patient care documentation.
- Experience working with diverse cultures is an asset.
Equipment/Tools Used:
- Office equipment (computer phone fax machine copier)
- Standard occupational therapy equipment (hilo table therapeutic exercise equipment ultrasound electric stimulation modalities ADL training room).
- Villagebased treatment supplies (theraband exercise programs etc.).
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Periodic selfassessment
Benefits:
- Generous PTO starting at 4.5 weeks per year
- Eleven paid holidays
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement plans
- Access to the Employee Wellness Center
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in rural Alaska through highquality occupational therapy services!
Employment Type
Full Time
