Occupational Therapist

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POSITION PURPOSE 
The primary purpose of your job position is to provide clinical occupation therapy evaluation and treatment for the 
PACE Organizations' participants, on acute, restorative, or maintenance levels needed by the Day Center, Nursing 
Home, or in-home setting. 
Disclaimer: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work assigned 
to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and 
skills required of the individual in this position. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary or 
appropriate by management. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
1. Know, understand, incorporate, and demonstrate the Mission, Vision, Values and Guiding Behaviors of Trinity 
Health and Trinity Health PACE (TH PACE) in behaviors, practices, and decisions. 
2. Consistently demonstrate (leads by example) TH PACE Values to all internal and external customers 
(Participants, visitors, volunteers, and colleagues.) Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, propagating a 
calm environment throughout the office. 
3. Execute assignments in a culture that is shared and collaborative across all divisions within TH PACE. 
4. Reflects the skills knowledge and abilities serving in the role of a leader. Define and share a strategy and vision; 
align resources toward achievement of organization results; grow and sustain the organization; identify, lead, and 
embrace change. 
5. Establish and/or maintain as a member of the leadership team a plan to achieve operating goals. 
6. Promote and maintain collaborative relationships with managers, peers, direct reports and customers by 
effectively fostering a team environment, building consensus and resolving conflicts. 
7. Maintain department budget, place orders for equipment and supplies as necessary. Identify financial 
vulnerabilities and make cost reduction recommendations as needed. 
8. Evaluate, develop, mentor, coach, counsel and discipline department staff. Supports other personnel from other 
departments through coaching and mentoring to help achieve optimum standard of excellence. Addresses issues 
of concern through courageous conversation and notifies department manager of any interactions requiring 
attention. 
9. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, TH PACE Corporate 
Integrity Program, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a 
manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. 
10. In light of a disaster will know your disaster recovery, crisis management and business continuity plans and act 
within your role that is developed within the business continuity plan. Which may include working at another 
location, remotely from home, and maintaining constant contact with key personnel. 
11. Attend and participate in scheduled training, in-service training, mandatory annual in-service training and 
educational classes as required/needed. 
12. Perform in-person comprehensive occupational therapy assessment for initial acceptance, including problem 
identification and care planning. 
13. Conduct assessment and coordination of home modification program including installation of equipment and 
other changes to support independence and safety. 
14. Provide treatment to participants and implement occupational therapy procedures consistent in achieving 
identified  goals, grade activities to facilitate goals, and confer with the Interdisciplinary Team on participants' care 
issues. 
15. Assist in the ordering, inventory, distribution and maintenance of durable medical equipment to participants. 

16. Carry out accepted principles and practices of occupational therapy for prevention of functional decline, sensory 
and cognitive limitations, increase maintenance of strength and endurance, and provides treatment to increase 
self-care skills. 
17. Train family members, other caregivers, and staff in methods to maximize safety and functional abilities in 
performing Activity of Daily Living (ADL) skills. 
18. Evaluate charts and reports on participants' progress, document occupational therapy notes in the participants' 
medical record according to the charting requirements. 
19. Direct, supervise, perform initial and annual competencies on, and assist department manager with evaluating the 
performance of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
1. Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy as normally obtained through a Bachelor's degree 
in occupational therapy from an accredited program. Two (2) years of appropriate experience as an occupational 
therapist preferred. 
2. One (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population; appropriate clinical placement experience may be substituted. If less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring. 
3. State of North Carolina - Must have Employee Medical Statement that meets the requirements of the Standards completed prior to beginning employment, signed within previous 12 months by an MD, NP or PA, indicating that the employee has no illness or health condition that would pose a risk to others and can perform the duties assigned in the job. 
4. Must be action-oriented, have business acumen, manage conflict well, be customer focused, have high decision quality, flexibility to adapt to ongoing change and have organizational agility. Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment. 
5. Demonstrates superior written, verbal and/or American Sign Language (ASL) communication and presentation skills appropriate for audience comprehension. Well-developed communication skills, written, oral or through ASL, that may be used either in an on-site or virtual environment is required. Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives. 
6. Comprehensive to expert proficiency with Microsoft product suite (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.); basic knowledge and experience with electronic mail and calendaring system. Knowledge of basic word processing
systems necessary, experience preferred. Ability to type with speed and accuracy. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job. 
7. Possesses a high degree of personal accountability, responsibility and independent decision-making abilities with the skills to interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the organization in line with mission, vision, and philosophy of TH PACE. 
8. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to perform multiple duties and functions related to daily operations and maintain excellent customer service skills. Ability to perform frequent detailed tasks and provide immediate service with frequent interruptions. Ability to change and be flexible with work priorities. Strong problem-solving 
skills. 
9. Ability to research, analyze and assimilate information from various on-site or virtual sources based on technical and experience-based knowledge. Must exhibit critical thinking skills and possess the ability to prioritize 
workload. 
10. Position may require 10% travel within the Centers geographic region. 

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIRMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS 
1. Must be able to adapt to frequently changing work parameters and adapt to work priorities that frequently change. Must be able to work on a variety of tasks/projects in physical or virtual environments that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles. 
2. Must be able to see (with or without corrected vision) and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. 
3. Primarily works inside with frequent kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, sitting, walking, bending and lifting. Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift a minimum of 20 pounds if applicable. 
 Physical mobility that includes movement from place to place. 
 Must be able to sit for long periods of time. 
 Physical agility, that includes ability to maneuver body while in place. 
 Dexterity of hands and fingers. 
 Coordination, including eye-hand, hand-foot. 
Must possess the above ability with or without the use of prosthetics that will enable adequate functionality so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. 
4. Subject to exposure to noise, infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including TB, HIV, HEP B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. 
5. Must be able to speak, read and write the English language in an understandable manner. American Sign Language (ASL) maybe applicable. 
6. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile customers. 
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, participants, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. 
7. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. 
8. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to comply with porganizational policies and procedures. 
9. Must be able to spend majority of work time utilizing a computer, monitor, and keyboard. Must be able to work with frequent interruptions and perform detailed tasks. 
10. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this organization, which include a medical 
and physical examination. 
11. May be required to work beyond normal working hours, on weekends and other positions temporarily when necessary and may be subject to call back during emergency conditions. May be required to work on shifts other than those which originally hired. 
 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.