Outpatient Neuro Occupational Therapist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Description
Job Duties
Evaluates patients, develops goals, establishes treatment plans, and implements the plan of care in a timely manner.
Provide occupational therapy treatment, including patient/family education, development of home exercise programs and making recommendations for discharge. If working in Hand Therapy, works under the supervision of a Certified Hand Therapist, either a PT/CHT or OT/CHT, and in direct communication with a CHT
All reports and documentation are accurate, current, in proper format and completed according to accepted standards and policy.
Assists with orienting and mentoring staff. Supervises performance of ancillary personnel , documents progress, and reports problems or issues to the Manager, Director or Senior CHT.
Participates in departmental and Healthcare System PI and outcomes programs and implements established action plans. Attends and participates in department meetings and in-services. Assists with treatment protocol development when appropriate, and supports implementation of said protocols.
Adheres to the AOTA code of ethics guidelines, all regulatory agency guidelines, and Healthcare System and departmental policy and procedures.
Maintains a professional image. Markets services offered while performing day to day responsibilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM
DESIRABLE
Education, Credentials, Licenses
B.S., M.S., or O.T.D. in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state where work is being performed Commitment to seek CHT certification once having the requirements for the exam, if the OT is working in the Hand Therapy Department Previous experience in a setting related to primary job role Previous experience supervising COTAs and other ancillary personnel
Specialized Knowledge
Knowledge of assessment techniques and anticipated outcomes Good interpersonal, communication, and time management skills Previous experience in use of an EMR
Kind And Length Of Experience
New graduates or experienced therapists accepted
If, for any reason, you are having difficulties applying, please contact our recruitment team at recruiting@stelizabeth.com
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