Occupational Therapist - Full Time $5,000 Sign On Bonus
* 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 time with the state board.
Physical Demands
* The essential functions of this positi...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Poway, US-CA
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Medical
- Recruiter: Poway Healthcare Center
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: JR131287
- Posted: 2025-02-22 07:32:10 -
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