Pay: $36.00 - $42.00 per hour
Job description:
SUMMARY-
Under the administrative direction and supervision of Management provides occupational therapy evaluation, treatment, and/or interventions and oversees the occupational therapy program for participants. Integrates occupational therapy treatment plan into the plan or care for to maximize benefits for participants.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS-
Provides occupational therapy evaluation, treatment, and interventions to program participants.
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Conducts initial assessments and reassessments, upon referral from the team, of participant’s condition and functional status.
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Provides training, guidance, and supervision to program staff and participants/family members regarding therapy.
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Responsible for providing and recommending therapeutic exercises.
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Participates actively in the interdisciplinary group by providing clinical expertise in team planning, problem-solving, and processes.
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Fulfills all administrative requirements, including but not limited to collaboration with Physical Therapist, attendance at team and staff meetings, and recording and tracking of occupational therapy durable medical equipment.
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Develop treatment program when indicated, sets goals and provides treatment.
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Record and sign treatments in participant’s medical record, record, sign, and date “Progress Notes”.
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Review assessments and discharge participants when appropriate.
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Performs other job duties as assigned.
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Recommends and upon approval, implements new/revised policies, procedures, and systems for the program that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and minimizes loss ratio.
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Performs all other duties as assigned by manager.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)-
Be a graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education & Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association or other equivalent
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Be eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
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Successful completion of certification exam and initial registration through National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
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Licensed in the state of Florida
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1-3 years of experience. Must have at least one year experience working with the frail and elderly.
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Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in the State of Florida.
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Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule.
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Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
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Ability to effectively communicate in English.
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Flexible schedule to meet the needs of participants.
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Ability to physically access any home i.e. navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning, in any area Company serves.
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Ability to manage stress.
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Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including but not limited to; lifting participants and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
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At least one year of experience working with frail elderly.
License/Certification:
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Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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