Occupational Therapist

ALIGN Executive Search•Walnut Creek, CA

17d

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 advocates for patients and rehabilitation services with current and prospective patients and internal and external customers, and participates in quality assurance and customer service activities. The therapist conducts evaluations as authorized and consistent with applicable payer and facility guidelines; develops and provides treatment plans aimed at the best functional outcomes within benefit and reimbursement limits; and communicates patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, and other care-team members. The role includes interdisciplinary collaboration, staff and stakeholder education, supervision and direction of assistants, aides, and students as applicable, and participation in department operations and program development. The therapist maintains required licensure and credentials and completes clinical, billing, payroll, and expense documentation.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum.
In good standing with regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
Current, active Occupational Therapist license and ability to practice without encumbrance.
CPR certification, as required for license renewal.
Ability to enter information into computer systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct evaluations in accordance with physician orders, payer authorization, and facility or payer guidelines.
Develop treatment plans and provide treatment consistent with patient benefits and reimbursement levels, seeking the best functional outcomes.
Educate staff, health care 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 EMR and rehabilitation systems.
Screen individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.
Use professional judgment to ensure the safety of self, patients, and others.
Promote quality patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration, co-treatment, and development of protocols and programs.
Attend continuing education seminars and workshops to maintain and develop clinical skills and knowledge.
Provide in-service training and educational presentations to the company, team, or facility.
Give assistants and rehabilitation technicians clear directions 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.
Make appropriate referrals to other rehabilitation team members.
Direct and supervise assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students as applicable and 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 and expand clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.
Communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, and other people involved in patient care.