PRN Occupational Therapist

General Purpose 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. Conducts in‑services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, document cause for delay in the medical record. Develop an effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from the referring physician. Treat patients according to the physician treatment plan. Assist the nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient‑related activities, following the state practice act. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans. Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. Participate in in‑services training program for other staff in the facility. Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes and recertification documentation per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third‑party payer requirements. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Participate in discharge planning. Recommend and facilitate ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility (e.g., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars). Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Maintain a positive, effective, and appropriate relationship with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues. Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; preference for graduates of a Master's or Doctorate Program. Computer Skills Proficient in inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care. Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families. Mathematical and Reasoning Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations and to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state. Must maintain a license in good standing with the state board and meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: standing and/or walking very frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching with hands and arms frequently; pushing/pulling very frequently; talking and/or hearing very frequently; tasting and/or smelling very frequently; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently; excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally; and visual tasks as described. Work Environment The work environment is characterized by low to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Information Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. These roles may be subject to change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work performed. #J-18808-Ljbffr HoustonTransitionalCare