Full Time Occupational Therapist

1 Legacy, Inc; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in California is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and ensure compliance with medical protocols. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed. Role includes direct communication with healthcare teams and thorough documentation of patient progress. Competitive support for rehabilitation efforts is essential. If you are passionate about patient care and rehabilitation, consider applying to this rewarding position.

Qualifications

• Current license or completed exams in Occupational Therapy.
• Ability to evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral.
• Experience in developing treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and communicate with the physician.
• Record evaluations, treatment notes, and discharge summaries.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to physician, and discharge summaries per policy.
• Instruct patient/families or nursing staff in maintenance program.
• Coordinate durable medical equipment to facilitate independence in mobility.
• Submit logs and all billing information on a timely basis.
• Report any problems with equipment to supervisor.
• Comply with licensing guidelines and regulations.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient evaluation and treatment

Communication with families and healthcare team

Treatment planning and implementation

Documentation of services

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.