Valley View Medical Center

Job Description:

As a Junior Occupational Therapist (OT) you will be responsible for evaluating patients conditions and developing specialized treatment plans to aid in their wellbeing incorporating exercise and the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices. Collaborating with your team you will play a crucial role in the patients recovery journey.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate patient progress or issues to supervisors and team members.
  
• Instruct patients families or nursing staff in followthrough programs.
  
• Document patient care in compliance with Kindred Healthcare Inc. regulatory licensing payer and accrediting requirements.
  
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a safe and clean condition.
  
• Make presentations to support marketing efforts at team conferences and inservices.
  
• Adhere to the Companys Code of Business Conduct Corporate Compliance Agreement professional standards and state/federal laws.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
  
• Minimum of six months occupational therapy experience preferred.
  
• Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered.
  
• Current CPR certification.
  
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
  

Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required. One (1) of the following required: Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) by Cardiovascular Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) or Masters Social Work (MSW). Masters degree preferred Licenses/Certifications: Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas or Current and valid Texas license as a Master s Social Worker (LMSW) required, LCSW preferred and Certified Case Manager (CCM), Accredited Case Manager (ACM), or Fellowship of the American Academy of Case Management (FAACM) required. Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills: Minimum five (5) years experience in utilization management, case management, discharge planning, or other cost/quality management program Three (3) years of experience in hospital-based nursing or social work preferred Knowledge of leading practice in clinical care and payor requirements Self-motivated, proven communication skills, assertive Background in business planning and targeted outcomes Working knowledge of managed care, inpatient, outpatient, and the home health continuum, as well as utilization management and case management Working knowledge of the concepts associated with Performance Improvement Demonstrated effective working relationships with physicians Ability to work collaboratively with health care professionals at all levels to achieve established goals and improve quality outcomes Effective oral and written communication skills