PRN Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Reports to:

Facility Rehab Director/Regional Director

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Classification:
Clinical

Supervises:
Occupational Therapy Assistants and Students

Position Summary:

Provides Occupational Therapy and related services for patients, caregivers, and facilities in accordance with the principles and practices of Occupational Therapy Guidelines. Provides quality Occupational Therapy including:
Evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatments and discharge plans, supervision of assistants, and participation in case management. Represents a commitment to quality of care in all interactions with patients, caregivers, and facility staff. Adheres to all state regulations regarding Occupational Therapy.

Qualifications

Required:

• Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
• Valid Occupational Therapy License to practice in appropriate state(s)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective leadership and customer relations skills
• Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensures execution of doctor's orders
• Provides Occupational Therapy screening and evaluation to determine patients current physical status
• Develops and implements treatment plans that focus on functional and measurable outcomes and adheres to professional standards of practice
• Oversees and participates in the maintenance of therapy records
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment
• Maintains appropriate patient schedules, as per established guidelines
• Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and facility requirements
• Participates in patient, family, and facility meetings, as appropriate
• Follows administrative policies and procedures, including those related to emergency procedures, infectious disease control, and safety
• Coordinates and/or participates in training programs for facility staff, residents, families, and rehabilitation staff
• Initiates new program development with focus on functional outcomes to improve the quality of life of facility residents
• Participates in continuous quality improvement
• Patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting 50 pounds of dead weight alone
• Able to walk, bend, stand, and reach consistently during a work day/shift
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Success Factors/Job

Competencies:

• Results Orientation – Meets current objectives and positions the organization for further growth.
• Social Sensitivity – Builds positive relationships based on respect for others.
• Quality Outcomes – Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external customers.
• Safe Working Environment
  - Demonstrates an awareness of, and adherence to, safety and legal requirements established at the facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working and living in the facility.
• Accident/Injury Reporting – Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift.
• Unsafe Conditions – Immediately reports and corrects, if possible, unsafe conditions and equipment.
• Workplace Standards – Complies with relevant regulations, standards, and policies governing safe workplace environment (OSHA, JCAHO, etc.)
• Safety Techniques – Maintains current knowledge of all aspects of the facility's safety program by attending safety-related training, as mandated, upon hire and thereafter as required by facility.
• Education – Participates in required in-service and educational programs on a continual basis.
• Attendance and Punctuality – Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of attendance and punctuality.
• Universal Precautions
  - Universal precautions will be observed in order to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to…