Occpational Therapist

PACS

About The Position

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and documents services in medical records. The therapist conducts ongoing in-services and training for facility staff. The role also supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides, and students, and contributes to the facility's rehabilitation and quality improvement programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state.
Meet state continuing education requirements and maintain a license in good standing with the state board.
Maintain additional certification as appropriate per facility.
CPR certification, if required by licensure.
Proficient computer skills, including entering data into Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form instructions.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking frequently; occasionally sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and manipulating objects and equipment; and assisting, supporting, and transporting residents using safe resident handling practices.
Ability to communicate effectively through talking and hearing and to perceive and respond to tactile, auditory, and visual environmental cues.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a Master's or Doctorate program in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

Evaluate residents' occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident-related activities, following the state practice act.
Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
Provide in-services and training programs for facility staff as needed.
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment to support residents' independence in activities of daily living, including adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
Report department equipment problems to help ensure it remains in good working order.
Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.