Occupational Therapist: Rehab Lead & Team Mentor

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Occupational Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to patients, collaborates with families, physicians and the health team, and maintains thorough documentation in medical records. You will supervise COTA and aides, train staff, participate in care conferences, and support discharge planning to optimize patient mobility and independence.

Licensure as an Occupational Therapist is required; strong computer skills (Casamba, Point Click Care) and adherence to state practice acts are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required; advanced degrees preferred.
• Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals; communicate with managers, coworkers and families.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours of physician referral or 1 business day.
• Develop and obtain approval for treatment plans; treat patients per plan.
• Supervise COTA, aides, and students in accordance with state practice acts.
• Document evaluations, daily and weekly progress notes, and discharge planning.
• Participate in care conferences and staff trainings; communicate patient progress clearly to families and physicians.
• Assist with training nursing staff and equipment ordering as needed.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

The Staff Occupational Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to patients, collaborates with families, physicians and the health team, and maintains thorough documentation in medical records. You will supervise COTA and aides, train staff, participate in care conferences, and support discharge planning to optimize patient mobility and independence.

Licensure as an Occupational Therapist is required; strong computer skills (Casamba, Point Click Care) and adherence to state practice acts are