Occupational Therapist (OTR), PRN

PACS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Linley Park Post Acute is a beautiful 88-bed skilled nursing and Rehab facility conveniently located in the heart of Anderson, South Carolina. We are a family that is passionate about making an impact on patients' lives each day. We work together as a team in our family orientated environment and due to continued growth, we are looking to expand our staff to allow for the highest level of care and functioning for our residents in our on-site therapy department. We are currently looking for an exceptional and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our work family. Our therapy team works toward specific goals of achieving the resident's highest functional level of independence. We offer: Competitive hourly rate PRN Opportunities across our network of facilities Appreciation events throughout the year General Purpose The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Essential Duties • 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. 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. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.

Requirements

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.
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.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral.
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.