Occupational Therapy (OT)

1 Legacy, Inc; Rogers City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Michigan is seeking a fulltime Occupational Therapist for a duration of 13 weeks or longer. This role involves diagnosing patients with functional disorders and conducting therapy programs in various settings. Ideal candidates must possess a valid Occupational Therapist license and have either 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree without experience. The position demands regular interaction with the rehabilitation team and preparing detailed reports. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Occupational Therapist license.
• 5 years of experience if holding a Bachelor's degree or no experience with a Master's.
• Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for therapy practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy programs in various settings to rehabilitate patients.
• Evaluate patients’ progress and prepare reports for physicians.
• Interact regularly with rehabilitation team and nursing staff.

Skills

Differential diagnosis

Treatment program development

Patient evaluation

Report writing

Collaboration with rehabilitation team

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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