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Occupational Therapist, Full Time
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$84,790 / year median in Mississippi
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Occupational Therapist Responsibilities:
Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition and impact on daily occupations, well-being, and quality of life. Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results. Developing personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL). Assess client's home and other environments and advise on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities. Provide recommendations for home modifications and adaptive equipment with training as needed. Ensure all treatment delivered is in accordance with the established plan of care. Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration. Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers. Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care is provided. Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements. Complying with all rules, regulations, and procedures. Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.Occupational Therapist Skills:
SNF/Long term care experience preferred. Current knowledge of treatment practices Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred. Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.Occupational Therapist Requirements:
Active/Valid Mississippi license in Occupational Therapy In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards Career Advantages In-house Rehab (non-contracted)! New Grads welcome to apply! Competitive Compensation & Benefits! Flexible Schedules! Recruiter Contact information Call-Text-Email Jami at 817-918-7575 / jyarger@qrmhealth.comBenefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance