At Foundation Health Partners, we believe in the power of Occupational Therapy (OT) to transform lives. We are seeking a passionate and experienced OT professional, or new graduate with a successful psychosocial level II fieldwork rotation to join our inpatient Behavioral Health team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges

This position is responsible for the evaluation, planning, administration and supervision of Occupational Therapy treatment in accordance with physician referral, state and local organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served.

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play. 

As an OT in our adult inpatient 20 bed Behavioral Health department, you will work with individuals who are struggling with mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and more.  This OT position includes facilitation of therapeutic assessments, group activities, 1:1 patient sessions, and working closely with an interdisciplinary team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, nurse case managers, nurses, and techs. You will provide therapeutic interventions that focus on improving patients’ ability to develop and enhance independent living skills and coping skills. Group sessions include self-esteem, self-awareness, stress management, nutrition/cooking group, assertive communication, productive activities, and pet therapy. Flexibility to amend the existing OT program to reflect your interests and specialties is open to applicant’s discretion. Experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is encouraged. 

Why Join Our Team: 

·         Opportunity to positively impact the lives of individuals with mental health challenges. 

·         Collaborative and supportive work environment. 

·         Autonomy and flexibility to create and adjust occupational therapy curriculum.  

·         Competitive salary and benefits package. 

·         Professional development opportunities. 

·         Access to innovative research and resources. 

If you are passionate about using Occupational Therapy to help individuals with mental health challenges live their best lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. 

*Hiring Bonus, Relocation, and Housing Assistance are available for experienced Full-Time Occupational Therapists!

Position Available

Full-Time/8 hour day shifts/M-F

Experience working in a behavioral health setting is preferred.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills desired.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team desired.

Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to helping others desired.

1. Evaluates patient's functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes a plan of care and treatment goals.. Completes comprehensive evaluation within the established time frame set by the department. Identifies and prioritizes key limiting factors. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect the key limiting factors. Collaborates with patient and family/caregiver when setting goals. Initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modifications of referring orders.

2. Implements individualized treatment plan with consideration to the patient's physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational and age specific needs. Provides skilled treatment in a safe manner.. Assesses ongoing effectiveness of treatment and modifies plan of care as indicated. Involves patient and family/caregiver in the treatment and decision making process. Provides ongoing education to physician, nurse, patient, family/caregiver, and interdisciplinary team.

3. Documents according to standards set by the department and regulatory agencies. Documents legibly. Completes documentation within the established time frames of the department. Documents innovative and individualized treatment techniques/plan. Documentation reflects comprehensive assessment of patient's progress or lack of progress. Treatment goals are reassessed according to department policies

4. Communicates pertinent patient information to ensure the best possible follow through of care. Communicates evaluation/treatment results and patient progress to physicians, nurses, patient, family/caregiver, co-workers and the interdisciplinary team. Communicates in a clear and timely manner. Accepts responsibility to contact physicians for routine or difficult problem solving to ensure optimal patient outcome. Defends treatment rationale with standard practices and/or current literature

5. Exhibits adaptability in assignments as it relates to caseload, scheduling, and staffing shifts. Takes initiative to assist in other patient care areas and accepts responsibility for all patient care needs.

6. Demonstrates appropriate direction and delegation of personnel to achieve safe delivery of quality cost effective patient care. Direction and delegation of the COTA, Therapy Technician and student complies with department policies and regulatory agencies. Participates in the training and orientation of new personnel. Assures competency of personnel, prior to delegation of task.

7. Department operational activities. Participates in department/facility process improvements. Meets productivity standards set by the department.  

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Must have successfully completed the academic requirements of an educational program in occupational therapy approved by the appropriate governing board. Must possess a current Occupational Therapy license from the State of practice. Foundation Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting and experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an Occupational Therapist in the specialty area.

Current license from state of practice. BLS certification required.

Relates throughout the interview process their clinical competency, experience, training and education they have received that is required to perform the job. Demonstrates through behaviors and answers to job related experiential questions. Foundation Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting and experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an Occupational Therapist in the specialty area.

Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.