What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Wellstar Health System, Inc.?
Facility: Wellstar MCG Health Warm Springs, Inc.
Job Summary:
Evaluates and executes treatment of patients primarily in the LTAC hospital and inpatient rehab hospital determined by business need; daily documentation and charging in the EMR; education of patients, families, and staff as appropriate; communication of patient progress in clinical conference; communication with other team members daily; preparing equipment orders; contacting vendors for equipment; communication with outside physicians and other professionals. Directs plan of care of patients with COTA; supervises COTA as it relates to the patients' plans of care, educates patients/families regarding lifestyle changes, self-management, and techniques for ADLs; educates staff regarding splints, positioning, and other areas related to plan of car
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Performs initial and discharge evaluations, sets goals and treatment plan and documents appropriately. Develops treatment plan and performs optimal treatment in a timely manner to meet functional goals. Determines therapy educational needs and provides prn. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed
Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check
Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
Minimum 1 year experience in acute care, LTACH, SNF, Rehab.
Required Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required
Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
NBCOT
Current American Heart Association, Basic Life Support.
GA OT license or eligible
