Occupational Therapist, PRN

• Evaluate occupational therapy patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential for achievement
• Develop plans of care based on patient evaluations
• Implement and develop Plans of Care to ensure quality, continuity of care, and proper discharge planning
• Perform initial therapy evaluation visits and re-evaluate patients’ therapy needs during each visit
• Complete follow-up assessments according to OASIS and PPS regulatory guidelines
• Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in patient condition or environment to supervisors, physicians, and care team members
• Initiate patient safety plans using patient, family, and community resources
• Verify Plans of Care before each visit and provide care according to physician orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines
• Write physician orders for additional visits and changes to Plans of Care according to agency policy
• Document patient care goals and therapy services in therapy notes
• Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and physician certification
• Instruct patients and families in activities of daily living using adaptive equipment, sensory integration, and fine motor coordination skills
• Assist patients and caregivers in securing necessary equipment, including custom-made splints
• Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy home programs and provide modifications and clarification
• Counsel and instruct patients and families regarding therapy and related needs
• Supervise and provide clinical direction to COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff
• Report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current, unrestricted OT license valid for the state of work
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting
• Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area
• Dependable vehicle
• Valid driver’s license
• Current auto insurance in accordance with state laws
• Must be able and willing to travel 50%
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Able to work in a physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Full range of body motion, including handling, lifting, and transferring patients
• Potentially work irregular hours including call hours if applicable

Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and developing Plans of Care for occupational therapy patients, ensuring compliance with OASIS and PPS guidelines. Capable of providing clinical direction and supervision while effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

• Occupational Therapy Evaluation
• Plans Of Care Development
• OASIS Compliance
• Patient Safety Planning
• Clinical Supervision

• Occupational Therapy
• Patient Assessment
• Therapy Documentation
• Adaptive Equipment Instruction
• Fine Motor Coordination Skills

• Communication
• Counseling
• Team Collaboration

• Occupational Therapy License

• Clinical Care Setting
• Patient Care Goals
• Home Therapy Programs
• Therapy Services Standards
• High-Stress Environment