Consistent PRN Occupational Therapy Position

Primary Responsibilities

1. Review available patient information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
2. Conducts and documents a thorough functional assessment of the patient utilizing standardized procedures. Includes home/vocational and equipment needs.
3. Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
4. Comply with evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines.
5. Record patient progress in the patient record a minimum of every seven (7) days.
6. Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
7. Documents the course of treatment in a clear, concise manner, including a discharge summary utilizing the prescribed format.
8. Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff are working with patients.
9. Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform patients of any potential risk during any procedure.
10. Work with nursing staff, patient, and families to maximize patient's use of functional abilities.
11. Establish and instruct patient and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
12. Assist in the referral process when a patient requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
13. Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences regarding patient progress, problem, or needs.
14. Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
15. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical accuracy.
16. Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, patient/referral source satisfaction surveys, safety activities, and regulatory requirements.
17. Act in compliance with Vertis Therapy Management policies and procedures, State, Federal, and Professional Organization regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
18. Provide input to the Rehab Director on clinical performance of assistants as requested and appropriate.