Full Time Occupational Therapist

1 Legacy, Inc; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist in Chico, California, to evaluate and treat patients while collaborating with healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current license. Responsibilities include developing patient treatment plans, maintaining documentation, and supervising associated staff. If passionate about improving patient quality of life, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current license or recent completion of certification exam essential.
• Strong communication skills with families and medical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and document services.
• Communicate regularly with team members regarding treatment plans.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Communication skills

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Durable medical equipment

Job description

Skilled Nursing Facility A leading provider of rehabilitation services for the elderly with many locations throughout the country. Our dedicated professionals are committed to enhancing our patient's quality of life with passion and integrity.

Job Description

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Occupational Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities analyzing rehabilitation goals; consult with rehab team in order to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program.

Organizational Relationships: Supervises: Responsible for the care delivered by COTAs, Rehab Technician.

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician, and treat patients/residents according to physician’s treatment plan.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor, other members of the rehabilitation team, and nursing staff on the patient’s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to the physician, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.
• Instruct patient/resident’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients/residents to facilitate independence in mobility: i.e. orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.
• Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Occupational Therapy and a current license or recently completed your exams.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.