Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Overview Full‑time Occupational Therapist (OT) – Newport News, VA. Salary: $105,000–$125,000 per year . Location: Office in Newport News; services for Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, Smithfield, York County and Gloucester. Sign‑on bonus available. Responsibilities Evaluate patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self‑care ability, work capacity, etc.) Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identify equipment needs. Participate in the development of the total plan of care. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized outside training. Develop treatment program and establish goals for improved function. Communicate plan of care to referring physician and other organization professionals. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices. Maintain appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, summary reports and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submit these records in accordance with policy. Maintain contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care. Attend and contribute to in‑services, case conferences and other meetings as required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the organization. Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as appropriate. Instruct patient’s family/caregiver and other health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate. Participate in discharge planning for patient. Qualifications Is licensed, or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapist by the state in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply. Graduate after successful completion of an occupational therapist education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) or successor organizations of ACOTE. Is eligible to take, or has successfully completed the entry‑level certification examination for occupational therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). Preferred two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist. Home Health experience preferred. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills. Strong computer skills; familiarity with Allscripts/NetSmart preferred. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401k Mileage Reimbursement Paid Time Off Flexible Schedule Referral Program #J-18808-Ljbffr