Occupational Therapist (Per Diem)

Covenant Living•Saint Charles, IL

About The Position

The occupational therapist, contracted through the organization, implements standards of care for occupational therapy services and adheres to the conditions outlined in the service agreement. The role evaluates patients’ functional status and home environments, identifies equipment needs, and participates in developing and communicating plans of care. The therapist develops treatment programs and goals, helps patients regain or learn daily living skills, and may fabricate splints, recommend adaptive equipment, and train patients in the use of prosthetic or orthotic devices. The role also maintains clinical records, communicates with the physician and other care personnel, contributes to meetings and case conferences, and identifies and refers patients and caregivers for other home health services as appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
Occupational Therapist license and CPR certification, if required by the state.
At least 2 years of experience.
Excellent communication, attention to detail, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Ability to assist patients through treatment and recovery.
Knowledge of medical practices and patient confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, communication skills, self-care ability, and work capacity.
Evaluate patients’ home environments for hazards or barriers to independent living.
Identify equipment needs and participate in developing the total plan of care.
Perform work capacity evaluations for patients planning to return to work and refer to specialized vocational training as appropriate and in accordance with organization policy.
Develop treatment programs and establish goals to improve function.
Communicate the plan of care to the referring physician and other organization professionals.
Teach new skills or retrain patients in daily activities affected by illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.
Fabricate splints when appropriate and instruct patients in using adaptive equipment, prosthetic devices, or orthotic devices.
Maintain clinical records, notes, and reports to the physician about changes in patient condition, and submit records according to organization policy.
Communicate with other personnel involved in patient care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
Attend and contribute to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by organization policy.
Identify patient and family or caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as appropriate.