PRN Occupational Therapist

CLINICAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Clinical Approval: Refer to Signature Page Policy No.:

2.2.5

Corporate Approval: Refer to Signature Page Cross Reference:

Subject: Occupational Therapist Issued: Revised: Page No.:

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PRN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

1. Reports to the Rehabilitation Manager with a dotted line relationship to the Lead Physical Therapist for clinical guidance and direction as indicated.

2. Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants and Rehabilitation Technicians as indicated.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Screens, evaluates, and treats residents. 2.

Evaluates residents within two working days of physician referral. 3. Develops effective treatment plans.

4. Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants and Rehabilitation Technicians in direct resident care and resident related activities. 5.

Treats residents according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician. 6. Communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding resident’s progress, problems, and plans.

7. Participates, as necessary, in resident care conferences and weekly rehabilitation and

Medicare meetings. 8. Participates in facility inservice training.

9. Records clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines. 10.

Records daily treatments and labor per corporate procedures. 11. Establishes and instruct caregivers in resident specific maintenance programs.

12. Participates in discharge planning. 13.

Secures necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for residents to facilitate independence. 14. Acts as a clinical preceptor of affiliating Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant schools.

15. Complies with state regulations and national standards as they apply to the practice of

Occupational Therapy.

QUALIFICATIONS

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices); mobility

(includes walking and good balance), reaching, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, ability to see and hear, ability to read and write, ability to communicate with residents, family members, personnel, and ability to remain calm under stress.

1. Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy.

2. Current licensure as a Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.

3. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

4. Must possess problem-solving skills of the type and at a level necessary to accomplish the job.

5. Must possess good communication skills and be able to relate professionally and positively to residents, resident’s family members, and facility staff.

6. Must meet all local health regulations, pass post-offer drug test, and past post- employment physical exam if required.

7. Must be capable of performing the responsibilities of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Demonstrates active listening techniques; gains support through effective relationships; treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback; sets clear standards for performance; evaluates job performance and provides effective feedback; establishes systems to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and service; creates and maintains reporting mechanisms.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Attends inservices, education programs and continuing education courses required for maintenance of professional certification or licensure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

Occasional overnight travel may be required for attendance at Regional Meetings, training, etc. Light to moderate travel to other sites may be required. Occasional physical effort with medium to heavy objects may be necessary.

Transferring patients weighing between 100 to

250 lbs. is occasionally required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PRN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW

I understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties may be altered from time to time. I have noted below any accommodations that are required to enable me to perform these duties.

I have also noted below any job duties that I am unable to perform, with or without accommodation.

I understand that my employment is at-will, and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at-will either by the company or me and that such termination can be made with or without notice.

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Employee Signature Date

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Supervisor Signature Date

Cc: Personnel File

Employee

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Physiology Knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Irving, TX 75062: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person