Occupational Therapist

Job Description:



* 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.

Supervisory Requirements:



* Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students.

Qualification Education and/or Experience:



* Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy.


* Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills:



* Ability to read technical procedures.


* Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.


* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills:



* Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:



* Ability to solve practical problems.


* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:



* Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state.


* Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all times...