What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist-Part Time position at Westminster Brand 051816?
JOB SUMMARY
Provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the interdisciplinary team process. Provide teaching and training to care giving staff. Continuous involvement with the clinical program development; supervise other therapists, assistants, technicians, aides and students as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluate, identify and treat physical and cognitive deficits that interfere with the resident’s ability to perform daily life activities. Follow recommendations on MD’s orders.
- Design restorative programs and train residents in the use of adaptive equipment.
- Develop and enter Care Plans in the system for each of the resident’s needs. Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
- Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process.
- Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Professional Licensure where required by state of law; two years clinical experience preferred.
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem- solving and decision-making skills.
- Utilizes effective time management skills.
- Meet ASHA requirements for the position.
- Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Basic Life & AD&D Insurance – benefit amount is three times annual salary
- Long Term Disability – premium paid by company
- Health Advocate – free assistance with resolving healthcare and insurance related issues
- 403(b) Retirement Plan and Profit-Sharing Plan
- PTO TIME
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free counseling for employees and their families
- Tuition Reimbursement Program & Resident Scholarship Fund
- Discounted Meals
- Tickets at Work – discount pricing on travel and entertainment options
We are an "EOE" and "Honor those who have served."
