Occupational Therapist-OT PRN

PACS

13d•$60 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, collaborates with families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team, and maintains accurate medical-record documentation. The OT also conducts ongoing in-services and training for facility staff. This position is based in a skilled nursing facility, where exposure to infectious diseases and healthcare-related hazards may occur. The noise level is typically low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The position supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), therapy aides, and students as applicable. Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties; it describes the general nature and level of the work and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current, active, and unencumbered Occupational Therapist license in the State of California.
Maintain continuing education requirements and keep the license in good standing.
Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Proficiency in documentation systems such as PointClickCare (PCC) or similar EMR platforms.
Ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, and technical guidelines.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to perform frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, and frequent reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and assisting residents with mobility.
Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and 50 pounds frequently when assisting residents.
Visual acuity sufficient for documentation and resident assessment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
Experience in a skilled nursing or post-acute setting.

Responsibilities

Evaluate residents within 24 hours (or one business day) of physician referral, and document clearly if evaluation is delayed.
Develop individualized treatment plans and obtain physician approval.
Provide skilled occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders.
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), therapy aides, and students in accordance with state practice acts.
Communicate resident progress, concerns, and care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
Participate in Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation Conferences.
Document evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress notes, and recertifications in compliance with state regulations and payer requirements.
Instruct families and nursing staff on maintenance programs and caregiver techniques before discharge.
Participate in discharge planning and recommend appropriate durable medical equipment (DME) to enhance resident independence.
Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
Report equipment issues promptly to ensure safe operation.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and staff.
Conduct ongoing in-services and training for facility staff.