Occupational Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution required.
• Active Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
• Maintains continuing education in accordance with applicable state professional standards
• None required
• Intermediate computer proficiency
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to perform basic office functions
• Complies with HIPAA and appropriately manages protected health information
• Successfully completes all required competency assessments related to patient care
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday
• Ability to lift: Up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, Up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead
• Carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height for reasonable distances
• Ability to push/pull up to 30 lbs. of force
• Ability to perform sliding transfers of to 150 lbs. with assistance
• Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation
• Functional use of senses for effective communication and demonstration of activities
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, electrical and chemical hazards; must wear PPE as required
• May require travel and home visits
• Primarily indoor work environment with occasional outdoor exposure
• Operates equipment necessary to perform job duties

Nice To Haves

• Master of Occupational Therapy preferred or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation.
• Education: None specified
• Certification / Licensure: None specified
• Experience: None specified
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: None specified

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served across the lifespan. Applies principles of growth and development, assesses age-specific data reflective of patient status, and delivers care in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and job standards.
• Interprets medical records and provider referrals and evaluates patients’ physical, perceptual, cognitive, social, and vocational abilities as they relate to activities of daily living. Develops individualized plans of care using evidence-based interventions in accordance with applicable state Occupational Therapy Practice Acts. Provides, recommends, and/or fabricates assistive devices, adaptive strategies, splints, or orthoses as appropriate to enhance functional independence. Recommends next levels of care, directs support staff as applicable, supervises occupational therapy assistants within scope of practice, and ensures quality outcomes.
• Implements treatment interventions that may include patient/caregiver education, therapeutic exercise, functional mobility training, balance and coordination activities, sensory motor development, modalities, and compensatory techniques for activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living (e.g., cooking, housework, medication management, money management, fine motor coordination, and functional grasp). Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contraindications for all interventions utilized and addresses factors impacting patient comfort and well-being.
• Establishes functional goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers and monitors patient progress to optimize functional outcomes. Adjusts treatment plans based on patient response and communicates progress and care plans to providers, clinical staff, referral sources, and other disciplines. Coordinates patient schedules with interdisciplinary teams as needed.
• Provides education to patients and caregivers based on identified needs, learning preferences, and barriers. Educates patients and caregivers regarding diagnoses, progress toward goals, treatment interventions, and home programs. Supports discharge planning through written instructions and equipment recommendations to promote continued functional independence.
• Communicates professionally and timely with patients, caregivers, providers, staff, and external partners. Responds to inquiries, promotes open communication, informs supervisors of issues and resolutions, and may participate in patient care conferences and multidisciplinary meetings to support coordinated care.
• Completes required documentation including evaluations, progress notes, patient education records, team conference documentation, discharge summaries, and billing charges. Ensures documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with insurance, regulatory, and departmental requirements, including ICD coding and productivity standards.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly treatment environment. Ensures equipment is properly cleaned, stored, and maintained in good working order.
• Participates in continuing education, departmental in-services, and professional literature review to maintain and enhance clinical competence.
• Engages in performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service quality. Identifies opportunities for clinical and operational efficiencies, participates in process improvement activities, and manages assigned caseload while communicating coverage needs and assisting with coverage as departmental or regional needs dictate.
• Meets all requirements outlined for Level 1 participation in the Enterprise Float Program and applicable Human Resources policies. Demonstrates the ability to practice competently across assigned departments and locations and to adapt to varying clinical and operational environments based on organizational needs.

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign on Bonus for full time new hire!
• Float Therapists are eligible for a generous sign-on bonus, $5/hour float premium and comprehensive benefits plan, in addition to flexible hours and schedule!
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program