Full Time Occupational Therapist

1 Legacy, Inc; Visalia (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 and treat patients. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and maintaining documentation. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and is licensed to practice. Strong communication and patient evaluation skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current license in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience with evaluating and treating patients.
• Ability to collaborate with other health team members.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans.
• Communicate regularly with healthcare team.
• Record evaluations and treatment notes.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients.
• Arrange durable medical equipment to promote mobility and independence.
• Submit logs and billing information on time.
• Report equipment or problem areas to supervisor immediately.
• Comply with CA regulations and relevant guidelines.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Documentation skills

Knowledge of medical equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

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.