Occupational Therapist

Clarke County Hospital•Osceola, IA

53d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves evaluating and treating patients requiring occupational therapy interventions. The Occupational Therapist will assess various abilities, set goals, implement treatment plans, and monitor patient responses. They will also coordinate care with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, and ensure accurate documentation and billing according to regulatory requirements. Additionally, the therapist will provide direction to support personnel and participate in committees and meetings as assigned.

Requirements

Current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
Knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
Knowledge of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.
Ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Supports evidence-based practices.
Understanding of regulatory and third party requirements for documentation and billing.
Understanding of ethical practices in documentation and billing.
Knowledge of Iowa Occupational Therapy Regulations and Practice Act.

Responsibilities

Evaluates ADL/IADL abilities, motor movements, physical and cognitive abilities, strength, and coordination abilities, sets goals, implements treatment, and monitors response of persons served for diagnosis requiring occupational therapy interventions. Supports evidence-based practices.
Coordinates plan of treatment with persons served, families and other disciplines.
Accurately documents and bills according to regulatory and third party requirements. Documentation and billing for services exhibit an understanding of requirements and ethical practices.
Provides direction to patient care support personnel as defined in the Iowa Occupational Therapy Regulations and Practice Act.
Actively participates in appropriate committees and meetings as assigned by manager.
Demonstrates Clarke County Hospital Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to hospital policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.