Occupational Therapist (H)
About The Position
Occupational Therapist – Golden Oaks Holdings LLC dba Vasona Creek Healthcare Center – Los Gatos, CA. Job Duties: Evaluate and treat patients, communicate with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintain documentation of services in the medical records. Conduct in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record must clearly define the cause of delay. Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans. Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility. Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Participate in discharge planning. Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility (i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars). Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
- Must have a valid state of California Occupational Therapist license
- Must have legal authority to work in the U.S.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients
- Communicate with families, physicians, and other health team members
- Maintain documentation of services in the medical records
- Conduct in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis
- Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral
- Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician
- Treat patients per the physician treatment plan
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans
- Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed
- Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility
- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements
- Record treatment changes per policy and procedures
- Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services
- Participate in discharge planning
- Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility (i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars)
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order
- Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
