Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral, and develop effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician
Job Summary
Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral, and develop effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician.
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides, and students while assisting nursing staff with training and participating in patient care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.
Instruct patients’ families and nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge, and recommend necessary durable medical equipment to facilitate patient independence.
Matching Summary
Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral, and develop effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate patients within 24 hours
Develop and implement treatment plans
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants
Communicate patient progress to health team
Record evaluations and treatment notes
Recommend durable medical equipment
Nice-to-have
Assist nursing with training Restorative Aides
Participate in patient care conferences
Provide caregiver training and discharge planning
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Ability to relate positively with patients and staff