Harvest Therapy Occupational Therapist --PRN

The Orchards; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Orchards is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist for our Chester/East Liverpool Campuses. You will provide occupational therapy services adhering to established standards and procedures.

Key responsibilities include evaluating residents, developing treatment plans, and training on adaptive devices. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with residents and staff.

Join us to make a difference in residents' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and current license required.
• Experience in providing occupational therapy services to residents.
• Strong documentation skills and adherence to procedure.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with established standards.
• Develop and implement treatment plans including goals and methods.
• Evaluate residents and monitor their response to interventions.

Skills

Occupational therapy services

Evaluation and treatment planning

Documentation and billing

Adaptive devices training

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current license to practice

Job description

PRN Occupational Therapist Positions at Chester/East Liverpool Campuses

We are looking for PRN positions for our Chester/East Liverpool Campuses.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents in accordance with established standards of practice, company procedures, therapy department procedures and productivity standards.
• Adhere to company procedures regarding documentation and billing of occupational therapy services.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow‑up of resident therapy programs.
• Conduct screening of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention or treatment.
• Conduct timely screening of residents referred to occupational therapy to determine need for intervention or treatment.
• Evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated.
• Develop treatment plans by establishing short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plan and recommendations to residents, families/responsible parties and interdisciplinary team members.
• Establish individual resident therapy schedules in cooperation with other team members.
• Implement and conduct treatment according to the established treatment plan.
• Monitor resident’s response to intervention and adapt treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with established plan of care and physician orders.
• Develop appropriate recommendations, strategies and/or programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the resident in their environment.
• Participate in resident, family/responsible party, and staff education by instructing on occupational therapy procedures, strategies, recommendations and/or programs to enhance carry‑over outside of therapy sessions and in preparation for discontinuation of therapy services.
• Provide, recommend and fabricate adaptive devices or other equipment as needed; train resident, family/responsible party and staff on the use of all equipment and devices.
• Confere formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the resident.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Supervise and direct occupational therapy assistants.
• Supervise rehabilitation aides, occupational therapy aides, students and volunteers as directed.
• Provide education to the rehabilitation department, facility staff and community as directed.
• Report to work on time and coordinate schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.
• Assist with and participate in quality assurance program as required.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training, educational classes and meetings required or requested for the position.
• Adhere to high standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene and dress code.
• Adhere to all policies of company, including job description, certification requirements, mission statement, HIPAA, confidentiality standards and resident rights.
• Maintain a current knowledge of law and regulations regarding rehabilitative services and consult with supervisor to ensure that all employment actions are in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Ensure a safe environment and utilize tools and equipment in a safe manner, complying with all infection control, universal precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Report all hazardous conditions including incidents, injuries and equipment to supervisor/appropriate personnel immediately.
• Respond to and act appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.
• Adapt to changes in responsibilities in a positive manner, be receptive to new ways of completing tasks and remain flexible in carrying out assignments.
• Communicate and interact professionally and effectively with residents and coworkers, ensuring a cooperative environment while maintaining self‑control.
• Communicate and interact professionally and respectfully with family members, attending to and meeting their requests.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively discharge the responsibilities of the position and in the best interests of the organization.

The Orchards is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.