Occupational Therapist

ALIGN Executive Search•Merced, CA

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About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides and directs quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation in accordance with organizational guidelines, professional standards, and community needs. The role serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for prospective and current patients and internal and external customers, and participates in quality assurance and customer service activities. The Occupational Therapist develops and delivers treatment plans, documents care, coordinates with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, educates patients, families, staff, and other stakeholders, and directs assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students as applicable. The role also supports department operations and development, maintains current licensure and credentials, and follows safety procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum.
In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
Current, active, unencumbered Occupational Therapist license.
CPR certification, as required for license renewal.
Ability to enter information into computer systems.

Responsibilities

Initiate evaluations according to 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, other healthcare professionals, and third-party payers about intervention benefits and functional outcomes.
Complete required documentation, including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, and monthly reports.
Enter information into computer systems, including electronic medical record and rehabilitation systems.
Screen individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.
Use professional judgment to ensure the safety of self, patients, and others.
Support quality patient care through interdisciplinary cooperation, co-treatment, and the development of protocols and programs.
Attend continuing education seminars and workshops to maintain and expand clinical skills and knowledge.
Provide in-service training and other educational presentations to the company, team, or facility.
Provide assistants and rehabilitation technicians with clear directives about patients and treatment plans before 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.
Refer patients to other members of the rehabilitation team as appropriate.
Direct and supervise assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Follow organizational and facility safety procedures for personal protection and patient safety.
Participate in department operations and development.
Communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, and other members of the care team.
Expand clinical and professional knowledge through professional associations and continuing education.