OTR-Occupational Therapist

Come Join our team at Arvin Post Acute! If you are caring and compassionate, have a great work ethic and a genuine desire to make a difference in people's lives, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career in occupational therapy!

What makes Arvin Post Acute a great place to work?!


* Amazing Benefits!


* Career stability with a culture of fun


* Immediate availability


* New-grads welcome


* Referral Program


* Supportive Team


* Competitive Rates


* Educational and Career Development

Because your talent is focused on serving patients, residents and families with exemplary compassion and care, we are committed to providing you a premiere healthcare community, where together we can transform the future of healthcare.

Position: Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - General Purpose
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.

Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Occupational Therapist - Essential Duties


* Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral.

If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.


* Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.


* Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.


* Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.


* Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.


* Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.


* Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.


* Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.


* Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.


* Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.


* Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.


* Participate in discharge planning.


* Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.


* Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.


* Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

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