The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients while collaborating with families, physicians, and health team members to ensure comprehensive care
Job Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients while collaborating with families, physicians, and health team members to ensure comprehensive care.
This role involves supervising therapy assistants, conducting ongoing staff training, and participating in patient care conferences and discharge planning.
The position requires maintaining detailed documentation according to state practice acts and facilitating the ordering of durable medical equipment to aid patient independence.
Matching Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients while collaborating with families, physicians, and health team members to ensure comprehensive care.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Develop and implement treatment plans
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants
Maintain medical documentation
Conduct staff training and in-services
Communicate with healthcare team
Recommend durable medical equipment
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients and staff
Participate in patient care and rehabilitation meetings
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Assist nursing with Restorative Aide training
Key Requirements
Licensed Occupational Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or higher