The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (LSH) operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist. The selected candidate will be responsible for the evaluation and treatment of clients/patients with a variety of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial dysfunction. The Occupational Therapist will assist with program development, and student supervision. /_Hours:_/Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30PM, Weekends Off /_Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):_/// * Evaluates client needs for Occupational Therapy treatment through accepted Occupational Therapy evaluationprocedures. Patients are adults and geriatrics. * Administers Occupational Therapy treatment according to accepted standards of practice. * Performs medically prescribed Occupational Therapy treatment involving use of equipment, modalities, and activities to restore function, relieve pain, andprevent further disability. * Conduct open and closed tracheostomy suctioning as needed during treatment session. * Coordinates Occupational Therapy treatment activities with other disciplines through meetings/interdepartmentalcommunication. * Participates as a multi-disciplinary team member in staff/team meetings as required. * Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, students, and others responsible for direct client care. * Performs documentation and record keeping as required. * Provides Occupational Therapy coverage to Orthopedic Clinic 2x/week. * Participates/conducts in-service training program. /_Required Qualifications:_/// * Knowledge of theory, principles, terminology, and practices of Occupational Therapy. * Competency of Occupational Therapy evaluation methods. * Proficiency with Occupational Therapy treatment methods, techniques, and procedures * Understands the principles of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, neurology, orthopedics, and psychology as applied to Occupational Therapy. * Familiarity of the types and uses of equipment and materials used in providing Occupational Therapy. * Possession of a current and valid Occupational Therapist License /_Preferred Qualifications:_/ * Personal traits including confidence, assertiveness, ability to work with people and improvement in communication skills. * Necessary competency to treat adult and geriatric patients. * Knowledge of the factors, trends, and problems in providing Occupational Therapy. * Ability to work as a team member in an interdisciplinary setting. * Ability to motivate others; to establish rapport with others /_About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:_/ Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital’s services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity. Located in the heart of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients. The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness. /_Learn more about Shattuck Hospital:_/https://www.mass.gov/locations/lemuel-shattuck-hospital /_Relocation information_//:/https://www.mass.gov/service-details/dph-renovation-for-shattuck-hospital-replacement-building /_Pre-Hire Process:_/ A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http://www.mass.gov If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4 First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. * Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as an occupational therapist. Special Requirements: Possession of a current and valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the Board of Allied Health Professions in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Acts of 1982. _Comprehensive Benefits_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Medical Services* *Organization: Department of Public Health *Title: *Occupational Therapist II Location: Massachusetts-Boston-170 Morton Street Requisition ID: 240007M8