Northern Light Acadia Hospital 

Department: Occupational Therapy

Position is located:  Acadia

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week: 8.00

Work Schedule: No Hours Assigned

Summary:

The Graduate  position is tailored to individuals who have graduated from an accredited occupational therapy graduate program, who are eligible to take the Occupational Therapist exam in the State of Maine for the first time and have obtained temporary occupational therapist licensure while awaiting permanent licensure after passing the exam. As such, the purpose of this position is to provide teaching and training in the role and functions of an Occupational Therapist, such that they may merge into an Occupational Therapist position once permanent licensure is obtained. As an Occupational Therapist in training, the Graduate will work under the direction of his/her assigned Clinical supervisor and serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. The Graduate will have 90 days after hire to schedule the licensing exam and obtain permanent licensure in the State of Maine. At that time, the Graduate  will merge into the Occupational Therapist, as available. If the Graduate does not meet the 90 day requirement, the Clinical Supervisor will have the ability to move the employee into a Psych Tech position or terminate employment.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrates competence with administration of all mandatory parts of the evaluation (as tolerated by client), as measured via direct supervision with supervisor while administering evaluation items. Understands rationale for using tests in evaluation batter; be able to articulate rationale to supervisor. Demonstrates the ability to complete a comprehensive report that addresses areas of strengths; deficits; functional performance; client goals; necessary accommodation; and safety, as measured by direct supervision with supervisor. Attends treatment team meeting with supervisor following administration of evaluation to discuss results. Attends other unit/program-based meetings with supervisor in which clinical data is discussed. Demonstrates competence in the area of teaching caregivers specific skills or review recommendations whenever necessary, as measured by direct supervision by supervisor. Demonstrates competence with evaluation reports and does so according to policy and the template, as measured by direct supervision by supervisor. Develops, coordinates and co-facilitates group treatment ideas and strategies that are client centered, as measured by direct supervision by supervisor. Develops, coordinates and co-facilitates individual treatment ideas and strategies that are client centered, as measured by direct supervision by supervisor. Demonstrates competence with SOAP/SOIEAP notes and other progress notes according to policy, as measured by direct supervision by supervisor. Follows department; Nursing; Human Resources, and IDD policies and procedures. Completes duties and manages issues and concerns as directed by your supervisor; policies and procedures; safety officer; department head; and administration. Demonstrates professional behavior toward client, the family, public, co-workers, supervisor, and student interns. Develop and maintain the ability to work collaboratively with others in an interdisciplinary work environment. Functions in role of Occupational Therapy consultant in order to educate other health care providers about client’s functional performance; about occupational therapy; and about occupational performance in general. Uses clinical and administrative supervision to address issues and concerns. Assist in maintaining a work environment free from recognized hazards that create a risk of injury to employees, patients or visitors and that all accidents and incidents are reported by employees and properly investigated. When appropriate, assist with the return of all workers with work related injuries and illnesses to gainful employment.Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community. Maintains regulatory requirements, including JCAHO, Federal and State. Complies with all organizational policies regarding EMHS’s Code of Conduct and ethical business practices.

Other Information:

Competencies and Skills

Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved. Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

Required Temp Occupational Therapist

Working Conditions

Northern Light Acadia Hospital is a broad behavioral health delivery system centrally managed from its location in Bangor, Maine. Acadia Hospital is a leader in providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, tele-psychiatry, consultations to regional emergency departments, school-based and employer-based services, and integration into primary and specialty care practices. Northern Light Acadia Hospital offers innovative programming in the form of eating disorder services and a geriatric mood and memory clinic, which is involved in multiple clinical trials for promising Alzheimer's medications. The hospital is also the parent organization of Northern Light Acadia Healthcare which provides a substance use disorder treatment program, case management, and other outpatient mental health services serving patients from all corners of Maine. Acadia Hospital embraces service excellence and high quality care as evidenced by its commitment to achieve Center of Excellence status in the delivery of behavioral health services.
 
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Northern Light Health offers a broad range of providers and services, including ten hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.
 
Bangor, Maine is a vibrant small city with easy access to Maine's spectacular coast, mountains, and lakes. Schools rank among New England's best with the flagship campus of the University of Maine located in the neighboring town of Orono. Bangor serves as the regional hub for medicine, the arts, and commerce. Bangor International Airport offers direct and one-stop service to many major destinations.