Occupational Therapist​/OT - INHOUSE

Job Description

Join the skilled rehab specialists at
Palo Duro Nursing Home in Claude, TX
!

Now hiring a PRN Occupational Therapist!
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Job Summary:The Occupational Therapist (OT) will evaluate, plan, treat, and provide direct patient care services using standard occupational therapy practices and procedures. The Occupational Therapist will also be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required.

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

• Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition and impact on daily occupations, well-being, and quality of life.
• Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.
• Developing personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL).
• Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities
• Provide recommendations for home modifications and adaptive equipment with training as needed.
• Ensure all treatment delivered is in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
• Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care is provided.
• Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
• Complying with all rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.