Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT) Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services

• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation

• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician

• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients

• Document and record the patients’ condition

• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations

• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care

• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights

Occupational Therapist (OT) Qualifications and Skills:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice

• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to