Occupational Therapist consistent PRN

Vertis Therapy; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

1:1 Treatments

Flexible Schedule

No weekends required

Job summary

Vertis Therapy is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist for PRN hours at our Assisted Living in Bloomington, IN. The OT evaluates and treats patients under physician orders to improve independence, safety, and quality of life.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with nursing staff and families. Requires an OT license and NBCOT registration preferred.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy with five years of direct practice experience.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.
• Prefer current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board (NBCOT).
• Demonstrated competency in applying OT principles, methods, materials and equipment to the patient population served by this facility.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adequate computer skills to complete required job duties and documentation.
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Promote Vertis Therapy programs and services in the community.

Responsibilities

• Review patient information and assess impact on the treatment process.
• Conduct thorough functional assessments using standardized procedures.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with achievable goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines.
• Record patient progress at least every seven days.
• Revise treatment plans as needed during treatment.
• Document course of treatment clearly, including discharge summaries.
• Instruct and supervise assistants during treatment procedures.
• Orient patients to services and inform about potential risks.
• Work with nursing staff and families to maximize functional abilities.
• Educate patients and families for continued care after discharge.
• Assist in referral processes after discharge and maintain knowledge of community resources.
• Attend rehabilitation team conferences and other department meetings.
• Engage in continuing education to maintain clinical accuracy.
• Contribute input to Rehab Director on assistants' clinical performance.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Assessment

Care planning

Computer skills

Education

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Description

Vertis Therapy is looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist for consistent PRN hours at our beautiful Assisted Living in Bloomington, IN. Vertis Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated company that specializes in providing patient-centered care.

*1:1 Treatments

*Flexible Schedule

*No weekends required

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with orders from a physician through use of therapeutic procedures designed to address deficits in self-care skills and abilities to perform tasks in daily living and work environments and to improve independence, safety, and quality of life. The Occupational Therapists ensures quality, efficient occupational therapy is provided to patients by managing the delivery of care throughout the course of treatment and delegating appropriate components of care to the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant under his/her supervision. The Occupational Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of occupational therapy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review available patient information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
• Conducts and documents a thorough functional assessment of the patient utilizing standardized procedures. Includes home/vocational and equipment needs.
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines.
• Record patient progress in the patient record a minimum of every seven (7) days.
• Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
• Documents the course of treatment in a clear, concise manner, including a discharge summary utilizing the prescribed format.
• Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff are working with patients.
• Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform patients of any potential risk during any procedure.
• Work with nursing staff, patient and families to maximize patient\'s use of functional abilities.
• Establish and instruct patient and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
• Assist in the referral process when a patient requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
• Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences regarding patient progress, problem or needs.
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical accuracy.
• Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, patient/referral source satisfaction surveys safety activities and regulatory requirements.
• Act in compliance with Vertis Therapy Management policies and procedures, State, Federal and Professional Organization regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
• Provide input to the Rehab Director on clinical performance of assistants as requested and appropriate.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and five years of direct practice experience.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.
• Prefer current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
• Demonstrated competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Occupational Therapy to the patient population served by this facility.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Promote the programs and services of Vertis Therapy through formal and informal interactions with the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.