Full Time Occupational Therapist

Job DetailsJob Location

• Heritage
• Community of
• Kalamazoo -
• Kalamazoo,
• MI 49002Position
• Type: Full TimeFunctional Pathways is currently hiring at Heritage Community Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, MI for a Full Time Occupational Therapist.
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Why
• Choose
• Functional
• Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
• Job
• Summary: The Occupational Therapist shall screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, discharge plan and make revisions in any established plan of care as supervised by the Physician.
• Responsibilities/Requirements: Screen all residents in the facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Occupational Therapy intervention is indicated. Evaluate residents per MD order and establish appropriate Treatment Plans and Goals that meet the specific needs of the individual. Reassess patients and caseload every 30 days to determine need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress. Carry out treatment plan as indicated. Supervise treatment implementation carried out by Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and determine appropriateness, as well as modify treatment plan as indicated. Provide thorough discharge planning that will allow the patient to function at a maximal level of independence in the least restrictive environment. Educate staff, family, and care givers as indicated. Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures. Identify equipment needs of Occupational Therapy Dept. and order equipment according to company and facility policy. Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual. Coordinate in-services for facility staff as need is determined, to ensure safe and effective carryover of Maintenance/Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents. Attend all facility required meetings. Promote profession within facility, including coordinating special events during National Occupational Therapy Month. Attend Continuing Education courses specific to current position. Maintain professionalism and always follow all national/state association’s regulations. Supervise student affiliates as directed.