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 discharge planning.
The role requires maintaining licensure, performing physical tasks frequently, and ensuring equipment is in good working order.
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
Documentation per Occupational Therapy Board
Communicate with healthcare team
Conduct in-service training for staff
Nice-to-have
Assist nursing with Restorative Aide training
Participate in patient care and utilization meetings