Compassionate OT: Team-Based Rehab & Impact

Chautauqua-Health-and-Rehabilitation; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chautuqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services to residents while maintaining positive interactions with facilities and clients in line with OT principles. You will deliver patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team and help clients regain independence in daily activities.

Provide screenings, initial and ongoing treatment plans, discharge planning, supervision of assistants, and case management while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Valid state Occupational Therapist license, where applicable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Optimize patient functionality by providing, directing, and/or overseeing occupational therapy services, including screening, evaluation, and treatment.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines related to accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective, patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Refer patients for treatment to occupational therapy assistants and provide consultation and clinical supervision.
• Directly supervise occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Participate in utilization review, care conferences, case management, and interdisciplinary team activities.
• Develop and enhance occupational therapy programs, techniques, and services to support quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and patient rights policies.
• Enhance clinical expertise through continuing education and professional development.
• Maintain valid state licensure.
• Understand and apply relevant payment models and treatment guidelines. Maintain confidentiality of organizational, facility, and patient information.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and professional manner at all times.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient care

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Valid state OT license (where applicable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chautuqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services to residents while maintaining positive interactions with facilities and clients in line with OT principles. You will deliver patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team and help clients regain independence in daily activities.

Provide screenings, initial and ongoing treatment plans, discharge planning, supervision of assistants, and case management while ensuring compliance