Occupational Therapists -Fulltime

PACS

1d•$50 - $57

About The Position

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains service documentation in medical records. The therapist also conducts ongoing in-services and training for facility staff. The role includes supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), aides, and students, and contributing to the facility’s rehabilitation and quality improvement programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state; maintain a license in good standing and meet state continuing education requirements.
Proficiency with computer skills, including entering data into Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Determine additional certification as appropriate for the facility; CPR certification if required by licensure.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting and climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and manipulating residents or equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively by talking and hearing, perceive and respond to tactile, auditory, and visual information, and assist, support, and transport residents using safe handling practices.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a Master’s or Doctorate program in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

Evaluate residents’ occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident-related activities in accordance with the state practice act.
Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families about progress, goals, and discharge planning.
Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
Provide staff in-services and training programs as needed.
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers about treatment goals, home exercise and maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention.
Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment to support residents’ independence in activities of daily living, including adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
Report department equipment problems to support proper maintenance.
Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides, and students.