Occupational Therapist - OT

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We are seeking a skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our team at Creative Health Solutions. The ideal candidate will work closely with a team of healthcare professionals to develop and administer therapy programs aimed at improving patients' physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

• Review available patient information and evaluate the impact on the assessment and treatment process.
• Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the patient utilizing standardized procedures, including home/vocational and equipment needs.
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
• Complete documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and applicable standards and administrative and clinical requirements.
• Provide supervision to Assistants in accordance with applicable State Practice Act guidelines.
• Report to work as scheduled.
• Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs; inform patients of any potential risk during any procedure.
• Communicate with nursing staff, patient and families to ensure effective care delivery.
• Establish and instruct patient and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
• Assist in the referral process when a patient requires additional services following discharge; maintain current knowledge of community resources.
• Consistently record outcome scoring data accurately.
• Consistently utilize appropriate treatment interventions for each patient served that are individualized and ensure appropriate level of challenge, sophistication, and complexity to facilitate maximal patient progress and outcomes.
• Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences regarding patient progress, problems or needs.
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical accuracy.
• Act in compliance with CHS policies and procedures, State, Federal and Professional Organization regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
• Provide input to the Rehab Director on clinical performance of assistants as requested and appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and five years of direct practice experience.
• Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.
• Demonstrates competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Occupational Therapy to the patient population served by this facility.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adequate computer skills to complete required job duties and computerized documentation.
• Demonstrate ability to assess patient needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care.
• Strong organizational skills to effectively maintain multiple projects simultaneously.
• Requires creativity as well as the ability to work independently.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Health Care Provider