Occupational Therapist

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Chesapeake, VA, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to perform evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans, and educate patients and families in adaptive techniques. The role includes discharge planning and thorough documentation to support patient recovery.

The OT will supervise patient activities, collaborate with the Comfort Care Team, and ensure adherence to hospital policies, OSHA protocols, and quality standards while maintaining productivity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Current North Carolina OT licensure or licensure eligibility.
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience preferred but open to new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Perform OT evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Document patient progress and plan of care.
• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques.
• Coordinate discharge planning with hospital staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of experience

Job description

Monday-Friday, No weekends/No Holidays
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for accurately providing occupational therapy (OT) evaluations, developing and implementing OT treatment plans, providing education and information, participating in required discharge planning, and completing all required documentation for patients according to hospital and department policies and procedures. The Occupational Therapist directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance, and to facilitate the learning of those skills and functions which are essential for adaption and productivity.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Adhere to established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, and environmental and infection control standards
• Plan a variety of sensorimotor, educational, recreational, and social activities to provide occupational therapy to patients of all ages
• Perform home health aide supervisory visits to the patient’s home when the aide is present to observe
• Assist, assess the relationship of, and/or review care plans in order to determine when goals are met or to justify the need for continuation of home health services
• Perform OTA supervisory visits as indicated according to state and national guidelines
• Supervise the Health Aide when there is no Registered Nurse involved in care
• Perform all aspects of the occupational therapy home visit
• Consult with other members of the Comfort Care Team to select the most appropriate activity program for individual patients, based on patient needs and capabilities
• Select appropriate activities based on the individual's physical capacity, intelligence level, and interest
• Teach patients the skills and techniques required for participation in occupational therapy, and evaluate patient progress, attitude, and behavior on an ongoing basis
• Prepare reports summarizing the patient's reactions to therapy
• Design and fit adaptive devices such as splints and braces for patient use based on the patient’s disability and rehabilitation needs
• Integrate principles of age‑specific care into all aspects of practice
• Initiate collaborative interactions with physicians and other hospital staff to improve patient care outcomes
• Utilize work time wisely and efficiently, providing appropriate levels of care to patients
• Meet productivity expectations and positively assist the department in achieving financial goals
• Comply with OSHA’s bag technique and trunk supplies protocol per agency policy and procedure
• Utilize hospital laptop while in patient’s home during visits to ensure accuracy of documentation and efficient productivity; synchronize twice daily
• Documentation should include instructions given to the patient and/or family, emergency measures received upon admission (i.e. post fall or other OASIS follow‑ups), plan of care, patient’s response to plan of care, skilled treatments, and interventions
• Attend required hospital‑wide orientations, meetings, and in‑services
• Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care

Education And Experience

Minimum Required Education: Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school or a Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of experience

Experience: Previous Occupational Therapy experience is preferred, but we will accept new graduates

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicants must have current licensure in the state of North Carolina, or be license eligible, in addition to having a National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy.