Occupational Therapist - Collaborative Rehab Independence

ClearView Healthcare Management; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver resident-centered care within a collaborative team. You’ll screen, evaluate, and develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines while maintaining professional standards and ongoing education.

This role reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and offers an opportunity to enhance patient independence, teamwork, and clinical leadership in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Valid state Occupational Therapist license, where applicable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Optimize patient functionality by providing, directing, and/or overseeing occupational therapy services, including screening, evaluation, and treatment.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines related to accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective, patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Refer patients for treatment to occupational therapy assistants and provide consultation and clinical supervision.
• Directly supervise occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Participate in utilization review, care conferences, case management, and interdisciplinary team activities.
• Develop and enhance occupational therapy programs, techniques, and services to support quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and patient rights policies.
• Enhance clinical expertise through continuing education and professional development.
• Maintain valid state licensure.
• Understand and apply relevant payment models and treatment guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

OT program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver resident-centered care within a collaborative team. You’ll screen, evaluate, and develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines while maintaining professional standards and ongoing education.

This role reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and offers an opportunity to enhance patient independence, teamwork, and clinical leadership in a