JOB SUMMARY:

An Occupational Therapist (OT) administers occupational therapy to residents. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager/Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and/or certified by successfully completing the National Certification examination, and
Is eligible to take or has successfully completed the entry level certification examination for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
Two (2) years of experience, preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
Returns the individual to optimum and productive living within the patient’s capabilities.
Periodically participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
Provides prescribed occupational therapy.
Directs and supervises personnel as required.
Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
Performs all skilled procedures.
Consults with physicians regarding change in treatment.
Writes reports to physicians regarding patient's progress.
Instructs patients/family members in home programs and fine motor movement exercises.
An initial evaluation, including plan of treatment and goals, must be completed and submitted to the physician for approval. A recertification by physician every 60 days is necessary, if further treatment is to be continued. A progress note is written each visit. A reevaluation is written when expected duration of treatment is reached. A summary is written upon patient’s discharge.
Periodically presents an in-service to the Agency staff.
Assists the physician in evaluating level of function.
Helps develop the plan of care and revises as necessary.
Prepares clinical and progress notes.
Advises and consults with the family and other Agency personnel.
Participates in in-service programs.

Job Description – Occupational Therapist (OT)…continued

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

JOB RELATIONSHIP:

Supervised by: Clinical Manager/Patient Care Coordinator
Workers Supervised: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide as assigned

RISK EXPOSURE:

High risk

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: • Ability to participate in physical activity. • Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. • Moderate lifting. • Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $52.00 - $58.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics
Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Maple Springs of Wasilla

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