Excelin Health Services·San Diego, California
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients' functional status and developing comprehensive treatment plans to improve independence. They provide direct patient care, including skill retraining and equipment training, while coordinating with physicians and caregivers.
Job Title/Position: Occupational Therapist
Reports to: Rehab Director
The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.
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Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.).
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Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
Identifies equipment needs.
Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
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For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
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Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
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May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
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May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
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May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
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Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
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Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
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When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
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Participates in discharge planning for patient.
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Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition.
Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
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Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
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Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
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Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.
1. 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.
2. Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
3. Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
4. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
5. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
1. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
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Acknowledge my obligation and agreement to fulfill those duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and to be bound by these standards.
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Certify that throughout my association with EH I will comply with the terms of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies.
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Understand that violations of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum and registered with the National Registration Examination of the AOTA. A minimum of two years of clinical experience, a valid driver's license, and current CPR certification are required.
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