OT

Kensington-Health-and-Reha; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kensington-Health-and-Reha in Mobile, AL is seeking an Occupational Therapist to screen, evaluate, and treat residents in need of OT services. The role requires a relevant degree and an active state license, plus excellent communication with patients and staff.

The OT will develop and implement treatment plans, supervise staff, participate in meetings, and ensure documentation and billing accuracy. Ongoing education and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Must hold a current state license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Screen, evaluate, and treat facility patients/residents needing OT services.
• Review medical information and conduct screenings prior to evaluations.
• Develop treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs.
• Implement treatment plans through direct therapy and staff supervision.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and facility information.
• Maintain accurate billing information per facility procedures daily.
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings to relay findings to rehab team.
• Attend family meetings as appropriate.
• Document per Rehabilitation department policies.
• Conduct staff training/education as appropriate.
• Review and follow facility policies and Rehab procedures.
• Supervise COTAs and rehab aides/extenders per state laws.
• Supervise non-professional staff as appropriate.

Education

Bachelor's/Masters in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Qualifications: The Occupational Therapist must: have a Bachelors and/or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, have current state license, have excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials, and equipment utilization, and demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.

The Occupational Therapist:

• Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Occupational Therapy services
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services
• Performs patient’s evaluations under physician order and develops a treatment plan in accordance with patient’s needs
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment, education of treatment staff, and supervision of occupational therapy staff
• Assumes responsibility for continual professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physical related information
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures on a daily basis
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team
• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate
• Adheres to documentation requirements of Rehabilitation department and the facility
• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal services and consultations
• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehabilitation, Inc.
• Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and rehabilitation aides/extenders as indicated by patient needs and state laws and discipline practice act
• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate

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