Health Technician (Occupational Health)
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST III - HAWAII STATE HOSPITAL - KANEOHE, OAHU
State of Hawaii
Health
Location
Hawaii, 96813-2437
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for an experienced occupational therapist working at Hawaii State Hospital, where you'll independently plan and deliver therapy services to help patients improve their daily living skills and recovery in a mental health setting.
It involves evaluating patients, choosing the best treatment methods, and working with groups or individuals to meet their specific needs.
A good fit would be a licensed therapist with strong judgment skills and a passion for patient care in a hospital environment.
Key Requirements
- Passed the occupational therapist national certification examination administered by NBCOT at the time of application
- Possess a valid license to practice occupational therapy in the State of Hawaii at the time of appointment
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (citizen, national, permanent resident alien, or eligible under federal law)
- Ability to perform the full range of professional occupational therapy services independently as a journey-level worker
- High degree of professional judgment to determine goals and select treatment techniques for patients
- Experience planning, organizing, providing, and evaluating direct patient evaluations and treatment services
- Ability to work with individuals and groups in a hospital or facility setting
Full Job Description
Recruitment Number 25-0105Salary: $6,951 to $7,403 per month (SR-20, Step D to I, Salary includes Shortage Category Differential).
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.
A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.
Requirements
Performs the full range of professional occupational therapy services to individuals and groups as a fully independent journey worker. Plans and organizes activities so as to meet the needs of assigned patients/clients. May involve the provision of all occupational therapy services for a unit, center or facility; however, work performance is generally limited to planning, providing and evaluating direct patient evaluations and treatment services. A high degree of professional judgment is exercised in determining goals and selecting treatment techniques for each patient or client. Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:Legal Authorization to Work:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Certification and License Requirements:
A. Must have passed the occupational therapist national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) at the time of application.
B. Must possess a valid license to practice occupational therapy in the State of Hawaii at the time of appointment (i.e. when you start employment).
The information provided above represents a summary of the Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
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Additional Information
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
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