Occupational Therapist

Ohio Living•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Occupational Therapist performs occupational therapy evaluations and treatments as ordered by qualified physicians and in accordance with company standards and applicable federal, state, and local requirements. The role delivers care in patients’ homes, works with patients and care teams to support safe and independent function, and helps maintain high-quality, compliant care. The position also coaches and supports Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and departmental staff.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered Ohio license to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
Experience caring for geriatric patients and occupational therapy patients.
Knowledge of treatment modalities.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies under the insurer’s underwriting standards.
Ability to sit up to 8 hours per day, stand up to 5 hours per day, walk up to 2 hours per day, and drive up to 4 hours per day.
Ability to lift, transfer, push, or pull residents/patients or equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as an Occupational Therapist in a hospital, long-term care facility, or home health agency; new graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

Initiate contact with physicians to obtain orders and formulate or revise treatment plans as the patient’s condition requires.
Participate in development and implementation of patient OASIS assessments, evaluations, and discharge OASIS documentation.
Evaluate and treat patients in their home environments using physician-prescribed therapy techniques and modalities.
Recommend changes to patients’ Plans of Care based on progress toward goals.
Educate and instruct patients, family members, caregivers, and other health team members on exercise programs, precautions, and self-care techniques to promote safety.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and exchange information about patient progress and discharge plans.
Communicate regularly with patients, family members, advocates, caregivers, and physicians about progress and discharge planning.
Conduct home visits to implement Plans of Care and improve patients’ function, safety, independence, and ability to return home.
Participate in discharge planning with staff, family members, and physicians to promote continuity of care.
Maintain clean, sanitary, and safe work areas, treatment areas, and equipment.
Maintain current and accurate patient records using a personal EMR device and paper or chart documentation.
Coach and influence COTAs regarding position performance expectations.
Foster a positive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.
Interview, select, and orient new employees.
Establish and communicate staff performance expectations and evaluate staff performance, providing developmental guidance.
Monitor staff accountability with organization requirements in the Employee Handbook.
Participate in planning, scheduling, conducting, and monitoring in-service training, on-the-job training, and orientation programs for departmental staff.
As needed, help ensure a sufficient staffing plan when a direct report is absent or a position is vacant.
Respond promptly and thoughtfully to departmental staff questions, requests, and work submitted for review and approval.
Maintain compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and rules; protect confidential information and follow company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.