Occupational Therapist at Mount Pleasant

Focused Post Acute Care Partners•Mount Pleasant, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Focused Post Acute Care Partners (FPACP) is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapist to join their team at Focused Care at Mount Pleasant. FPACP emphasizes a culture of excellence and recognition through its ROCKStar program. This role involves evaluating patients, developing and implementing occupational therapy treatment programs in collaboration with physicians, and providing direct patient care. The therapist will also instruct patients in activities of daily living, administer therapeutic exercises and modalities, and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
Current license/registration by state of hire as an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation and implementation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to Occupational Therapy needs in conjunction with the physician.
Revises the plans and goals based on changes in patient status.
Provides direct patient care services to ensure the effectiveness of Occupational Therapy programs.
Applies heat, light, water, and electrically based treatments/modalities (i.e., ultrasound, infra-red lamp, muscle stimulation, traction, hot and cold packs, paraffin baths, whirlpool, diathermy, etc.) to stimulate muscle/nerve function and/or for pain management, as prescribed, with proven competency and available equipment.
Prioritizes, plans, treatment and travel times to provide for maximum efficiency, yet meet the needs of the patients.
Ensures orders are carried out in a professional manner satisfying professional ethics, patient rights, and State and Federal codes and regulations.
Facilitates effective communication amongst other clinicians providing care to the patient.
Assists in coordinating the Occupational Therapy program with other appropriate health care providers/ disciplines providing services to the patient.
Participates in interdisciplinary patient care conferences as applicable and maintains ongoing communication with all disciplines involved in the patient Plan of Care.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Mission, Purpose, and Philosophy.
Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and honesty.
Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with Focused Care philosophy, objectives and goals.
Takes initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual and as a company.
Exhibits commitment to personal and companywide goals.
Participates in the ongoing development of competencies, capabilities, technology and the resources needed to achieve high standards of efficiency and effectiveness.
Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect.
Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the organization.
Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
Maintains proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing.
Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services and other meetings as requested.
Utilizes material, equipment and time in a safe, beneficial, and cost-effective manner.
Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
Observe infection control and standard precautions.
Performs client/family education as appropriate.
Perform in-services as requested.
Utilizes correct coding for services provided.
Accepts responsibility to maintain patient loads compatible with work settings and company standards.
Follows established productivity requirements.
Maintains a courteous, respectful and informative approach in all facility interactions.
Demonstrates willingness to assist co-workers and/or to accept additional assignments as requested to support the department's efficiency and goals.
Responds to all Management/ Administration requests for information and assists in a timely and courteous manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Directly supervises the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Focused Care policies and procedures and applicable laws.