Occupational Therapist

ALIGN Executive Search•Gridley, CA

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About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides and directs quality patient care, including evaluation, treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation in accordance with organizational guidelines, professional standards, and community needs. The role advocates for patients and rehabilitation services with prospective and current patients and internal and external customers, and participates in quality assurance and customer service activities. The Occupational Therapist works with patients, families, caregivers, assistants, rehabilitation aides, students, other health care professionals, and the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. The position also supports department operations and development, maintains professional knowledge and credentials, and completes required billing, payroll, and expense documentation.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum.
In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
Current, active Occupational Therapist license and ability to practice without encumbrance.
CPR certification, as required for license renewal.
Ability to enter information into computer systems.

Responsibilities

Initiate evaluations in accordance with physician orders, payer authorization, and facility or payer guidelines.
Develop treatment plans and provide treatment consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels to achieve the best functional outcomes for patients.
Educate staff, health care professionals, and third-party payers about intervention benefits and functional outcomes.
Complete evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, monthly reports, and other required documentation accurately and effectively.
Enter information into computer systems, including EMR and rehabilitation systems.
Screen individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.
Use professional judgment to ensure the safety of self, patients, and others.
Promote quality patient care through interdisciplinary cooperation, co-treatment, and the development of protocols and programs.
Attend continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with clinical skills, programs, and techniques.
Provide in-service training and other educational presentations to enhance clinical and professional knowledge and skills.
Give assistants and rehabilitation technicians clear directives about patients and treatment plans before patient care begins.
Consult with Program Specialists and a supervisor 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 rehabilitation team members.
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.
Expand clinical and professional knowledge through professional associations and continuing education.
Support and participate in department operations and development.
Communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, and others involved in patient care.