Occupational Therapist -Rehab

Rinvio Recruitment; Lewistown (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for an Occupational Therapist in Lewistown, Missouri. The role involves evaluating patients, creating care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Applicants must have a minimum of one year of experience and a valid Occupational Therapy license. This position requires adherence to professional standards and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Experience in Long-Term Care or Rehabilitation is required.
• An Occupational Therapy license is required.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients who have problems with thinking, daily activities, or physical abilities.
• Create a care plan that follows rules and practices.
• Provide necessary therapy to patients with thinking and daily activity issues.
• Look at treatment results and make necessary adjustments.

Job description

Occupational Therapist Job Duties

• Screen and evaluate patients who have problems with thinking, daily activities, or physical abilities. Create a care plan that follows rules and practices.
• Use tests and proven methods to help with treatment.
• Provide necessary therapy to patients with thinking and daily activity issues, following all required rules and standards.
• Perform rehabilitation activities, such as helping patients with daily tasks, exercises, using devices, and other therapeutic activities.
• Check how well patients are doing and change treatments if needed, keeping records according to rules.
• Look at the treatment results to see if they work well. Change services based on patient evaluations and refer them if needed.
• Offer advice and support to patients and their families or caregivers about physical issues.
• Communicate well with supervisors and other health team members about patient progress, challenges, and treatment plans.
• Provide a complete summary of services given to patients when they finish treatment, following all requirements.
• Write down all necessary information in the electronic system and keep patient records according to company rules.
• Record the time spent on treatments according to all rules and requirements.
• Attend required meetings like patient care reviews and rehabilitation meetings.
• Participate in mandatory training and conferences.
• Get any needed equipment or supplies following the rules.
• Supervise and support occupational therapy assistants, rehab aides, and students.
• Follow the required ethical and professional standards in practice.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Experience in Long-Term Care or Rehabilitation is required.
• An Occupational Therapy license is required.
• Must submit the application at the posted pay rate; if you ask for a higher rate, you may be redirected.

State License Requirements

• For Missouri: Compact License is allowed.