Occupational Therapist: Part Time or PRN

Mountain View of Cascadia•Eureka, MT

About The Position

An Occupational Therapist (OT) assesses patients referred for rehabilitation services, including their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations, restrictions, and rehabilitation potential. Under the direction of a physician, the OT establishes and administers treatment programs with goals suited to each patient's capacity and tolerance. The OT sets realistic, achievable goals, documents patient condition and progress, and educates patients and families about appropriate occupational therapy methods. The position provides and oversees occupational therapy services in a facility, including screening residents, assessing and treating patients referred by state-approved sources, following Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and care-planning practices, and coordinating care with patients, families, and other professionals. The OT may refer patients to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), provide consultation and clinical supervision to COTAs, and direct COTAs and Rehab Aides during group and individual treatment. The OT also contributes to interdisciplinary care, facility activities, and effective use of therapy resources.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of occupational therapy.
Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to communicate treatments and procedures effectively to residents, families, and nursing facility staff.
Ability to maintain patient/resident confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in a long-term care environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Screen residents and assess and treat patients who may benefit from therapy following referral by a state-approved referral source.
Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.
Document progress toward identified objectives and communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, and involved professionals.
Refer patients to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) when appropriate.
Provide consultation and clinical supervision to COTAs in the facility.
Direct COTAs and Rehab Aides in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment, promoting efficient resource use and ongoing clinical-skill development in accordance with State Practice Acts and the Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA).
Establish and maintain courteous, helpful interactions with staff, patients, and families, reflecting sensitivity to individual needs and a problem-solving approach.
Integrate therapy's role into the facility and interdisciplinary treatment team.
Contribute to patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff and department head meetings, and family conferences and communications.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Provide skilled occupational therapy services and interventions in accordance with physician orders.
Assess patient needs; plan, evaluate, and modify care to meet occupational therapy intervention goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.