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, assist nursing with training, and participate in patient care conferences and utilization review meetings.
The role requires maintaining licensure, developing effective treatment plans, and facilitating patient independence through durable medical equipment recommendations.
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
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Develop and implement treatment plans
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants
Maintain medical records documentation
Communicate with healthcare team members
Nice-to-have
Conduct in-service training for staff
Assist nursing with Restorative Aide training
Recommend durable medical equipment
Participate in discharge planning
Key Requirements
Licensed Occupational Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy preferred