Occupational Therapist (OT)
Position Type: PRN
Benefits:
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.
Essential Functions
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Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
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Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
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Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
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Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
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Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
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Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
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Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
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Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
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Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
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1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
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Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
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Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
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Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
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Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
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Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
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Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
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Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Licenses and Certifications
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OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
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BCLS - Basic Life Support required
