The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records
Job Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.
They supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and aides, participate in patient care conferences and training programs, and assist with discharge planning and durable medical equipment recommendations.
The role requires strong communication skills, ability to solve practical problems, and adherence to state licensing and continuing education requirements.
Matching Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate patients within 24 hours
Develop and implement treatment plans
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants
Maintain medical documentation
Communicate with healthcare team
Conduct staff training and in-services
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients and families