Town Park Occupational Therapy

Classification and Pay Hourly Non-Exempt Reports to Director of Rehab Summary/Objective In keeping with our organization’s goals, this position is responsible for evaluating and treating residents as well as communicating with residents and team members. The therapist maintains documentation of services in the medical record and conducts in-services and training for residents and team members on an ongoing basis in restorative techniques.

Job Duties Provide occupational therapy and direct patient care as directed

Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants or others to carry out plan of care and resident related activities pursuant to state practice act, reimbursement regulations, and all applicable law, rules, and regulations

Consistently attend work as scheduled and provide appropriate notice of inability to work consistent with facility policies and as directed

Maintain productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs

Demonstrate consistent knowledge of care provided and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

Evaluate residents based upon physician referral/orders

Develop effective treatment plans with functional, goal-based outcomes and ensure approval/orders for services from referring physician

Treat patients according to treatment plan, care of plan, and as directed by supervisor

Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines and facility policies and procedures

Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines

Instruct residents, families, and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs

Participate in discharge planning

Communicate with supervisor and other team members regarding patient progress, opportunities for improvement, and overall care plan Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as directed

Participate in in-service training programs as directed

Participate in facility performance improvement programs as directed

Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, team members, and other staff at the facility

Screen patients based upon identified need Secure necessary adaptive equipment for residents

Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department

Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all residents and team members

Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately

Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities

Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures

Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is maintained in good working order

Supervisory Responsibility There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position. However, the position requires communication with and oversight of Therapy Assistants and other nursing home staff to ensure that specific policies, procedures, and programs are implemented correctly.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. There will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored.

Work Environment and Physical Demands This position generally will require physical activity. It may at times require walking to various locations within a facility. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and may require some use of machinery consistent with the job duties.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position at times requires the ability to walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and lift as necessary.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required

Education and Experience Graduate of an accredited college or university

Maintain an active license in the State as an Occupational Therapist consistent with job duties

Required Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude

Ability to work well under pressure, meet…