Occupational Therapist

Canyon West of Cascadia, LLC•Caldwell, ID

20d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist assesses referred patients who need rehabilitation services, including evaluating medical conditions, functional capabilities, limitations, restrictions, and rehabilitation potential. Under a physician’s direction, the OT establishes and administers treatment programs with goals suited to each patient’s capacity and tolerance. The OT sets realistic and achievable goals, documents patient condition and progress, and educates patients and families about occupational therapy methods. The role provides, directs, and oversees occupational therapy services in a facility, including screening residents and assessing and treating referred patients. It includes care planning and MDS procedures, consultation and clinical supervision of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, and direction of COTAs and Rehab Aides during skilled group and individual treatment. The Occupational Therapist works with facility staff and interdisciplinary teams, communicates with patients and families, and contributes to patient care and facility activities. Regular attendance and punctuality for assigned shifts are expected.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of occupational therapy.
Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to communicate treatments and procedures effectively to residents, families, and nursing facility staff.
Ability to maintain patient and resident confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in a long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

Screen residents and assess and treat patients who may benefit from therapy following referral by a state-approved referral source.
Provide, direct, and oversee occupational therapy to optimize patients’ functionality and skills.
Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and participate in effective care planning.
Document progress toward objectives and communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, and involved professionals.
Refer patients to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) for treatment when appropriate.
Provide consultation and clinical supervision to facility COTAs.
Direct COTAs and Rehab Aides in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment, promoting effective resource use and clinical skill development in accordance with State Practice Acts and OBRA.
Establish and maintain courteous, helpful interactions with staff, patients, and families, showing sensitivity to individual needs and a problem-solving approach.
Integrate occupational therapy into facility operations and the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Contribute to patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff and department head meetings, and family conferences and communications.
Provide skilled occupational therapy services and interventions in accordance with physician orders.
Assess patient needs, plan and evaluate interventions, and modify care to meet occupational therapy goals.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Perform other duties as assigned.