Occupational Therapy - Ojai Health and Rehabilitation

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist at Ojai Health and Rehabilitation

Full Time, Part Time and PRN opportunities

Key Responsibilities


* Timely Evaluations: Assess patients within 24 hours or one business day of receiving a physician referral.

Document any delays in the medical record with clear reasoning.


* Treatment Planning: Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval from the referring physician.

Administer treatments in line with the approved plan.


* Team Collaboration - Assist the nursing department by training Restorative Aides, Communicate patient progress, concerns, and plans with supervisors and healthcare team members.


* Documentation: Maintain accurate records, including evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress updates, and recertifications, in compliance with state and payer requirements.


* Patient Education: Guide patients' families and nursing staff on maintenance programs and caregiver training for post-discharge care.


* Discharge Planning: Participate in discharge planning and recommend necessary durable medical equipment (e.g., braces, walkers, grab bars) to promote patient independence.


* Equipment Maintenance: Report issues with department equipment to ensure proper functionality.


* In-Service Training: Lead or participate in training programs for facility staff.

Qualifications


* Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy (Master's or Doctorate preferred).


* Licensure: Active Occupational Therapist license in the state, meeting all continuing education requirements.


* Technical Skills: Proficiency with systems like Casamba and Point Click Care.


* Communication: Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures and policy manuals, Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, colleagues, and families.


* Mathematical Skills: Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios to practical situations.


* Problem-Solving: Ability to interpret instructions in various formats (written, oral, diagrams).

Physical Demands


* Frequent Activities: Standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, and smelling.


* Occasional Activities: Sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.


* Strength Requirements: Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.


* Vision Requirements: Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception with focus adjustment.

Work Environment


* Low to moderate noise levels typical of healthcare settings.


* Reasonable accommodations available to support individuals with disabilities.

Full-Time Benefits

We value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive benefits package, which includes:


* 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.


* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.


* Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.


* Continui...