Occupational Therapist Outpatient Pediatrics

La Porte, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Pediatrics

Full time - Day Shift

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates administers and directs the administration of therapeutic procedures utilized in rehabilitation med as prescribed by a referring physician; establishes goals of Occupational therapy and re-assess patients progress at regular timely interval supporting findings with written documentation. Collaborates with inter-disciplinary team to improve patients outcomes while respecting patients privacy and rights.

Essential Functions

Communicates effectively. Establishes and maintains two way communication with peers staff physicians leaders and administration.
Communicates appropriate information to lead staff member supervisor manager or director in a timely manner.
Maintains a clear neat and safe environment for patients and staff.
Provides clear consistent and legible documentation.
Demonstrates population appropriate competencies for all relevant patient populations.
Accurately performs a complete occupational therapy evaluation and documents.
Completely develops a comprehensive precise and well documented treatment plan that can be administered by other OTs or COTAs.
Appropriately administers safe and effective treatment with corresponding documentation.
Carefully re-assesses plan of care in appropriate time frame. Changes made as needed.
Safely operates all treatment equipment.
Establishes priorities for maximizing productively.
Accurately and legibly reflects billing in documentation.
Participates in orienting new staff. Serves as a mentor to students.
Accurately collects improvement performance data as directed.
Actively participates in the development and implementation of process improvements.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree graduate of accredited OT program required
Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
2-4 years experience in Occupational Therapy preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

In-depth understanding of therapeutic procedures and rehabilitation medicine to evaluate and administer effective treatments.
Ability to assess patients conditions and establish appropriate occupational therapy goals.
Strong skills in documenting patient progress and therapeutic outcomes accurately.
Ability to work effectively with an inter-disciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes.
Knowledge of patient privacy regulations and a commitment to upholding patient rights.
Expertise in various rehabilitation techniques and adaptive equipment.
Ability to analyze patient progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients families and healthcare teams.
Skill in identifying challenges and developing effective solutions for patient care.
A caring attitude to provide support and encouragement to patients during their rehabilitation journey.

Licenses and Certifications

OT - Occupational Therapist Registered Valid State Specific OT license required
BCLS - Basic Life Support Current American Heart Association BLS preferred

Required Experience:

DescriptionOccupational Therapist - Outpatient PediatricsFull time - Day ShiftJob SummaryThe Occupational Therapist evaluates administers and directs the administration of therapeutic procedures utilized in rehabilitation med as prescribed by a referring physician; establishes goals of Occupational ...