What are the responsibilities and job description for the OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - PEDIATRIC THERAPY position at The West Texas Rehabilitation Center?
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Pediatrics, responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist include:
- Administers occupational therapy evaluation and treatment procedures.
- Maintain current and accurate documentation.
- Maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supervises and instructs Occupational Therapy student interns and other staff as needed.
- Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes note of indications and contraindications.
- Evaluates and administers evidence based occupational therapy treatments.
- Application of physical agents, therapeutic exercises and techniques.
- Perceives the existence of problems chooses and implements safe, effective, and timely solutions.
- Seeks appropriate guidance regarding questions concerning specific patient care issues.
- Receives calls from physicians and secures adequate information concerning the patient’s treatment and medical history.
- Progression of plan of care with upgrades in skilled services.
- Billing reflects accurate coding of modalities and procedures delivered.
- Maintains good work habits.
- Contributes to the WTRC team.
- Exhibits outstanding customer service.
