Occupational Therapy (OT)

1 Legacy, Inc; Olathe (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to provide differential diagnosis and establish treatment programs for patients with functional disorders. The role includes planning and conducting therapy programs and ensuring proper documentation. Candidates must be licensed in California with relevant education and experience. Strong communication skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in patients' recovery across various settings.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of California.
• 5 years of experience preferred, or a Master's degree with no experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish treatment programs based on diagnostic information.
• Maintain rapport with nursing and administrative personnel.
• Submit logs and billing information promptly.
• Report problems to the supervisor immediately.
• Comply with relevant state and federal guidelines.

Skills

Differential diagnosis

Therapy program planning

Patient evaluation

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

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.

951-251-0997

Additional Information

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