Occupational Therapist - Avamere Ridgemont

Avamere • Port Orchard, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist assists in providing and directing quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation in accordance with organizational guidelines, professional standards, and community needs. The position serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients and internal and external customers, and participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

The Occupational Therapist provides therapy according to licensure; directs and supervises assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students as applicable; follows safety procedures; communicates patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, and other care team members; and supports department operations and development. The role also contributes to professional development through continuing education, in-service training, and educational presentations.

The position conducts evaluations, develops and delivers treatment plans, completes required clinical documentation, screens individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention, and works with interdisciplinary teams to achieve quality outcomes. Additional duties include meeting productivity standards, providing clear direction to assistants and aides, collaborating with the Director of Rehab on programs and techniques, maintaining licensure and credentials, submitting billing, payroll, and expense documentation, and making appropriate referrals.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state where the position is held.
• Able to practice without encumbrance.
• In good standing with regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Maintain active CPR/BLS certification during employment.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of residents’ rights.
• Professional presentation.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients according to licensure.
• Direct and supervise assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students as applicable and in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Follow organizational and facility safety procedures for personal protection and patient safety.
• Develop clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.
• Support and participate in department operations and development.
• Communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, and other members of the care team.
• Perform evaluations pursuant to physician orders, payer authorizations, and facility or payer guidelines.
• Develop treatment plans and provide treatment consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels to support the best functional outcomes for patients.
• Educate staff, other health care professionals, and third-party payers about the benefits and functional outcomes of interventions.
• Complete evaluations, daily progress notes, weekly summaries, monthly reports, and other required documentation accurately and effectively.
• Meet or exceed productivity standards established by the Supervisor.
• Screen individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.
• Use professional judgment to ensure the safety of oneself, patients, and others.
• Support quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
• Attend continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with clinical skills, programs, and techniques.
• Provide in-service training sessions or educational presentations to company, team, or facility personnel.
• Provide assistants and rehabilitation aides with clear directives about patients and treatment plans before patient care begins.
• Confer with the Director of Rehab to develop and implement programs and techniques that enhance program utilization.
• Maintain appropriate state licensure, certification, and credentialing.
• Submit billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low individual and family deductibles.
• 401(k) plan after 90 days of employment, with a matching program.
• Paid time off accruing up to four weeks per year, six holidays, and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing education and higher education reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts and a Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account (CERA).
• Professional development and growth opportunities within the company.
• Voluntary life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, legal services, pet insurance, discount programs, and other voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed