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Imagine having the flexibility to be creative in blending scientifically backed rehab methods with the patient’s unique interests. That’s what makes every day different for Rehab Without Walls® team members. Join the Rockland Outpatient team as a OT today!
Imagine having the flexibility to be creative in blending scientifically backed rehab methods with the patient’s unique interests. That’s what makes every day different for Rehab Without Walls® team members. Join the Rockland Outpatient team as a OT today!
We Offer:
- $5000.00 SIGN ON BONUS
- Competitive Pay and Benefits
- Monday - Friday Schedules
- Open to relocation assistance
Job Description:
- Performs occupational therapy evaluation and treatment of patients based upon physician orders/referrals.
- Completes a comprehensive evaluation using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures .
- Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, past medical history, precautions & contraindications.
- Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plan to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of independence and/or function.
- Regularly re-assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient towards goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment
- Communicates patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, family members, as applicable.
- Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment, progress of the patient and discharge from treatment
- Recommends, designs, or assists in ordering special adaptive equipment for the person served to improve function. Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehab program.
- Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations.
- Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws.
- Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing.
- Current Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification in accordance state regulations.
- A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred.
- Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury required.
- Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
- Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail.
- The candidate/employee will have the physical ability to perform job related duties which may require sitting, lifting, standing, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, and pulling.
- A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on the specific location policy, local or state regulations to verify that he/she is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
