Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities
1. Implement occupational therapy services in accordance with physicians plan of treatment. *
2. Assist the physician in the evaluation and assessment of the clients level of
functioning by applying appropriate tests and assist in the development and revision of the plan of care. *
3. Treat the client through use of therapeutic activities designed to restore function and self care activities for
improving function. *
4. Observe record and report the clients reaction to treatment and any changes in the clients condition to the
physician, Clinical Manager and Case Manager. *
5. Educate client/caregiver and health care team in the phases of occupational therapy in which they may
assist the client, in the use of adaptive devices, and durable medical equipment, as appropriate. *
6. Provides staff in-service education as directed by Clinical Manager.
7. Assess and regularly re-evaluate the needs of the client, develop, implement and revise the clients plan of
care. *
8. Initiate diagnostic, preventive and rehabilitative procedures as appropriate to the clients care safety. *
9. Assist with plan of care and maintain continuity of multidisciplinary clients whenever needed to ensure good
coordination of care.
10. Promote coordination of care through interdisciplinary case conferences and communication with physician
and field staff. *
11. Develop, prepare and maintain individualized client care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and
according to policies. Submit accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies. *
12. Keep abreast of occupational trends and knowledge for service provision, documentation and care
coordination.
13. Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs and Utilization reviews.
14. Participate in the agencys quality improvement program. *
15. Supervise the Occupational Therapy Aide at least every 30 days.Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients