Occupational Therapist- PRN Fairfax-VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist Independent Contractor to join our team at Royale Care VA Home Health Services in Arlington, Virginia. The occupational therapist contracted through Royale Care VA Inc. is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

The ideal candidate should be willing to travel to our coverage areas all around Northern Virginia particularly Arlington and Alexandria.

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

1. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.

2. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Royale Care VA Inc. policy.

3. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Royale Care VA Inc. professionals.

4. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities, train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices ( if applicable)

5. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.

6.. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition and submits these records in accordance with Royale Care VA Inc. policy.

8. Maintains contact/communication with other Royale Care VA Home Health and personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

9. Attends and contributes to inservices, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Royale Care VA Inc. policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of Royale Care VA Inc.

Skills and Experience

1. Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

2. Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

3. Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

4. Good verbal and written communication skills

5. Current CPR Certification.

6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured