Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Alliance Health is looking an OT (NOT A COTA ) with a focus on Speech, to join our busy rehab department at Navigator Homes
, on Martha's Vinyard. Our short term units are very busy and we provide exceptional care with very positive outcomes for our residents.

Must have an active MA OT license to be considered for this position.

Responsible for the provision of program services to patients, residents and clients. In conjunction with Corporate Management, establishes and meets budgetary standards for Program Performance.

Directly responsible to the program director. Provides direct patient care services. May provide direct supervision to physical therapy assistants and or student interns.

Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The position includes duties deemed appropriate and assigned by the administrative director.

• Work is performed in the Rehabilitation Department and on patient care units. Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, anti-neoplastic pharmaceuticals and other materials and substances that may be used in patient care or on the patient care unit.
• Light to moderate overnight travel may be required for attendance at Corporate meetings, training, etc.
• Occasional physical effort with medium to heavy objects. Transferring patients weighing between 100 to 250 lbs. is occasionally required.
• Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary.
• Excellent hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations and marketing activities.
• Manual dexterity required for documentation needs, for manipulation of equipment, for computer use and for direct patient care.
• Excellent visual skills required for patient assessment, documentation and report analysis.
• Requires intense attention and concentration.
• Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others.
• Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages and diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language.
• Bi-lingual skills may be required for certain client facilities.

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree, as required for initial professional preparation, in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Pathology or other clinical professional services.

• Current licensure by the Massachusetts’ Board of Allied Health Professions required. Current membership in professional organizations at the state and national level preferred.
• Two to four years of clinical outpatient experience preferred.

• Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
• Must be knowledgeable in the HIPPA Privacy Rule and ensure all staff comply with policies and procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

• Ensures that the quality and appropriateness of patient care meets or exceeds company and industry standards and ensures that all Rehab services are in compliance with state and federal legal, regulatory, accreditation and reimbursement guidelines.
• Directs and assesses the scheduling of patients/residents for therapy services considering available treatment hours, staff resources and overall plan of care.
• Participates in team meetings to formulate treatment plans, discuss progress and discharge planning, regularly attends family/care giver conferences.
• Documentation practices for clarity, conciseness and consistency with patient outcome goals and payor expectations.
• Monitors and manages efficient…