Outpatient OT

About the role

Provides professional patient care and practices occupational therapy by evaluating, planning, implementing and documenting treatment. Assesses, plans and carries out programs of purposeful activity designed to assist in the rehabilitation of medically necessary patients as prescribed by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Base selection of activities from physician's prescription, history, evaluation findings, experience and interests of the patient
• Plan and direct special diversional or educational events for patients
• Instruct and collaborate with occupational therapy assistants regarding treatment procedures to be utilized
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants/Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA/OTA) in carrying out an OT program or selected parts of it
• Complete all documentation and billing in a timely and acceptable manner
• Provide all care in accordance with the philosophy and essential functions of the rehabilitation department, The Joint Commission, State Practice Acts, and the American Occupational Therapy Association

Qualifications

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) highly preferred, but not required; must obtain CHT credential within 18 months of hire
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree if graduated prior to 1/1/2002
  • Master's degree required if graduated after 1/1/2002
  • International candidates: graduate of an accredited school with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Master's degree preferred
• Must hold or be eligible to receive an Occupational Therapy license in the state where services will be provided within the first 90 days of employment
• Must be certified in CPR or become certified within the first 90 days of employment
• Must maintain all certifications and licensure according to the expiration date
• Work experience preferred but not required, other than clinical experience within educational training program
• American Occupational Therapy Association membership preferred
• If assigned to drive a company vehicle: valid driver's license required
• If assigned to drive a personal vehicle: valid driver's license and proof of insurance required
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, assist with 100 pounds, and may be required to push up to 300 pounds
• Must be willing to work at other locations as assigned