Position Overview:The Occupational Therapist role provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.
- Evaluations are initiated per M.D. orders-payer authorization and facility/payer source guidelines.
- Develops treatment plan and provide treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for best functional outcome for patient.
- Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, or monthly reports as required.
- Screens all individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.
- Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients and others at all times.
- Makes appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy.
- Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
- Full knowledge of resident's rights.
- Current, active license as Occupational Therapist, and is able to practice unencumbered.
- CPR Certification, as required for license renewal.
- Experience in long term care preferred
- Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time.
For Full Time Positions, What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
- Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
- 401(k) retirement savings.
- Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Paid orientation and training programs.
