Occupational Therapy (OT)

1 Legacy, Inc; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider based in Moses Lake, USA, is seeking a Fulltime Occupational Therapist for a minimum of 13 weeks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in differential diagnosis and be responsible for planning and conducting therapy programs, evaluating patient progress, and working closely with the rehabilitation team. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and a state license. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient recovery in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of California.
• Experience with therapeutic interventions required.
• Strong communication skills with patients and staff are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy programs to rehabilitate patients.
• Evaluate patients' progress and prepare detailed reports.
• Collaborate with medical team on treatment plans.

Skills

Differential diagnosis

Therapy program planning

Report writing

Patient evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field (5 years experience) or Master's degree (no experience)

Job description

Fulltime Occupational Therapist – 13 weeks or longer

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Provides differential diagnosis for patients with functional disorders, writes reports to contracted facilities and patients’ physicians, plans, organizes, and conducts therapy programs in hospital, institutional, or community settings to rehabilitate those impaired by illness, injury, or psychological or developmental problems. Assists the patient, family, and restorative personnel to obtain information for recovery. Interacts regularly with the rehabilitation team and nursing staff on treatment plans, progress, and prognosis. Evaluates patients’ progress and prepares detailed reports. Assures all required documentation is completed and appropriately placed in a timely manner.

• Establishes and carries out treatment programs based on diagnostic information to meet patients’ ADL needs.
• Maintains good rapport with nursing and administrative personnel across facilities.
• Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.
• Reports any problem areas within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Complies with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Licensure/Certification: Must have a Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Occupational Therapy or a related field plus 5 years of experience. Alternatively, a Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Occupational Therapy or a related field with no experience and licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of California.

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Additional Information

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