Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

Haywood Post Acute

Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral
Develop effective treatment plans
Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members

Job Summary

  • The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members.
  • The role requires supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and conducting ongoing training for facility staff on restorative aides.
  • Employees must maintain documentation of services in medical records according to the Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act.

Matching Summary

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral
  • Develop effective treatment plans
  • Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Train facility staff on restorative aides
  • Maintain documentation per state practice act

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to relate positively with families
  • Experience with Casamba and Point Click Care systems
  • Participate in utilization review meetings
  • Recommend durable medical equipment ordering

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
  • Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state
  • Proficient in computer skills such as Casamba and Point Click Care

Work Rights

Not specified

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