AK - Occupational Therapist

Job Description : POSITION SUMMARY

This position description describes the general expectations of the staff Occupational Therapist; this is not intended to be an inclusive list of all the expectations of the person accepting this position.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. OT is responsible for directing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the Long Term Care (LTC) activities program. This includes the completion and / or directing / delegating the completion of the activities component of the comprehensive assessment; and contributing to and / or directing / delegating the contribution to the comprehensive care plan goals and approaches that are individualized to match the skills, abilities, and interests / preferences of each resident.

OT will provide recommendations to the restorative nursing program. OT will contribute to and direct / delegate plans to nursing to provide individualized restorative care. OT will administer treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. OT will assist patients and residents to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes patient and resident evaluations and plans of program care.

Demonstrates competency in the performance of patient evaluations; cognitive, perceptual, sensory, motor coordination, pre-vocational function capacity; ADL; strength / range of motion; and home management assessments.

Evaluates work fitness and job analysis with follow-through to appropriate payer source.

Interviews patient / family for program planning.

Selects testing & analysis and formulates long and short-term goals.

Sets up and performs treatment plans.

Performs discharge planning for home modifications, etc.

Treats patients of all ages : Pediatric / early childhood; Adolescent; Adult; Geriatric.

Completes daily and weekly progress and summary reports.

Assists in the ordering and maintenance of supplies.

Maintains strict confidentiality regarding knowledge of all patient information (HIPAA), confidential staff, and hospital business.

Establishes and maintains healthy interpersonal relationships with all staff members.

Completes chart audits to ensure appropriate, timely documentation and completion of all charges.

Reviews LTC records to ensure that ALERT charting is completed.

Ensures that all daily, weekly, and monthly checklists and inventories are complete.

Works with Billing Department for pre / prior authorization of admissions as needed.

Contributes to the setting of standards and monitoring of measurable standards of care and accountable for maintaining those standards.

Follows all facility policy and procedures.

Assists with identifying and reporting incidents and accidents

Keeps up-to-date with relevant clinical and professional developments in occupational therapy.

Is knowledgeable regarding State and Federal regulations for critical access hospitals and LTC facilities.

Performs other applicable tasks and duties as assigned.

The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of essential functions for the job described, but rather a general description of some of the responsibilities necessary to carry out the duties of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION : A valid Alaska state license to practice as an Occupational Therapist.

Graduate of an accredited program with a BS, MA / MS in Occupational Therapy.

EXPERIENCE : Minimum (2) two years direct patient care in a variety of settings with a strong background in long term care of geriatric patients.

Knowledge / experience with LTC RAI / MDS an asset

REQUIREMENTS : Professional, friendly and warm demeanor. Must be able to change focus given added demands and or new responsibilities. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. This position requires the ability to perform basic computing skills such as email, word processing and spreadsheets. Must have a current BLS certification.

Position Urgency : Normal

Shifts : M-F 8am-5pm

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Upon Acceptance

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Sub Specialty :

Occupational Therapist

General Certifications : , Rehabilitation Certifications(ASHA,CHT,ACP Training )

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