Occupational Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Current State Board of Occupational Therapy licensure.
• BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of occupational therapist experience.
• Registration through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients by establishing an occupational profile, analyzing occupational performance, collaborating on patient-centered goals, and, as appropriate, conducting systems reviews and administering tests and measures.
• Establish an individualized plan of care and select therapeutic interventions addressing evaluation findings and physician orders.
• Reassess patients and their responses to treatment on an ongoing basis.
• Initiate and manage discharge planning beginning with the first visit and continuing throughout treatment.
• Supervise and delegate to ancillary staff and students in accordance with state laws and department policy.
• Complete legible, accurate, and clear documentation within department timeframes and in accordance with accreditation requirements and insurance regulations.
• Communicate with patients, families, caregivers, significant others, and health care team members to promote the maximum benefit of care, utilizing AIDET.
• Assess the educational needs of patients, families, caregivers, or significant others and provide education to address those needs.
• Participate in professional growth and development through educational programs, in-service meetings, workshops, and current literature relevant to the scope of practice.
• Actively participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain an environment conducive to the safety of patients, visitors, and staff, and comply with approved safety standards.
• Practice within the scope defined by the state practice act.
• Perform other related duties as required and directed.