Occupational Therapist

POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist

DEPARTMENT: Rehab Therapy

EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: Director of Rehabilitation Services/Rehab Supervisor

SUPERVISES: N/A

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt or Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-Time, or Per Diem

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

A graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the

American Occupational Therapy Association. Registered with the National Registration

Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Two (2) years of clinical

experience as an occupational therapist. Demonstrates good verbal and written

communication, and organization skills. Possesses and maintains current CPR

Certification. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance

with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Understands hospice philosophy; issues of death/dying. This position requires eligibility for state O.T. licensure

(if applicable) in the state which he or she will practice, graduation from an accredited

school of Occupational Therapy, eligibility to take or has passed the examination for Occupational Therapists administered by the NBCOT, and successful completion of the

National Registry Examination. Ability to communicate effectively with O.T. staff, interdisciplinary staff, visitors, patients, families and members of the community. CPR

certified required within 12 months of hire

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Evaluates patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual

coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work

capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more

independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of

the individualized plan of care.

Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.

Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other organization

professionals. Also, as necessary, will develop program for caregiver's energy conservation.

May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have

lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.

May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive

equipment to improve function.

May train patient and family/caregiver in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

Maintains appropriate clinical records, progress notes, and reports to the physician

any changes in the patient's condition. Submits these records in accordance with

organization policy.

Maintains contact/communication with team members in the patient's care to

promote coordinated, efficient care.

Attends and contributes to in-services, interdisciplinary group meetings, and other meetings as required by organization policy to ensure comprehensive assessments

for the patients of the organization.

Instructs and educates patient's/family/caregiver and other team members in

patient's treatment regime.

Participates in hospice personnel orientation program.

•  Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and

activities.

•  Participates in discharge planning for patient.