Occupational Therapist Per Diem

Gateway Post Acute

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Occupational therapy treatment planning
Resident functional evaluation
Supervision of therapy assistants
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, 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 residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.
  • The role includes supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, assisting nursing staff with training, and participating in resident care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.
  • The therapist educates residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.

Matching Summary

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Occupational therapy treatment planning
  • Resident functional evaluation
  • Supervision of therapy assistants
  • Documentation compliance and accuracy
  • Interdisciplinary team communication
  • Safe resident handling practices

Nice-to-have

  • Conducting in-service training
  • Quality assurance initiatives
  • Use of Net Health and Point Click Care
  • Positive resident and family relations

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in state
  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
  • CPR certification if required
  • Continuing education per state requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

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