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.
The role includes supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants and conducting in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
The therapist participates in discharge planning and recommends necessary durable medical equipment to facilitate patient independence.
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 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 families
Participate in patient care conferences
Assist nursing with Restorative Aides training
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Problem-solving and reasoning skills
Key Requirements
Licensed Occupational Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
Preferred Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy