OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST I OP (Full Time, Autism Center, Lynchburg, VA)

$10,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS! •This role is for Pediatric Autism The Occupational Therapist I OP (Entry/Competent) is responsible for the assessment and treatment of the patient's physical, visual and cognitive skills to restore and/or maintain maximum functional performance for home, work, and school environments.

Required Education:

Graduate of an accredited OT program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Program)

Preferred Education:

None Required Experience:

None Preferred Experience:

1 year experience in a outpatient setting.

Required Certifications and Licensures:

Current Virginia OT licensure.

BLS Certification Preferred Certifications and Licensures:

None Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) guidelines. Administers occupational therapy treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to AOTA guidelines. Documents and charges for patient care services in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements. Completes progress notes/recertification to demonstrate the need for continues skilled services as outlined by federal, state, and insurance regulations. Completes discharge planning according to AOTA guidelines by consulting with physicians, PT, SLP and with the patient/family. Completes peer to peer review and required forms for obtaining authorization for services. Meets productivity/KPI targets. Completion of yearly mandatory education for employment and VA licensure.

Competent Staff:

Coordinates external resources and support for patients and families. Participates in at least one community service activity that is Centra sponsored or rehab profession. Serves as a Clinical Instructor for an occupational therapy student level 1, or an intern (greater than 30 hours) applying to OT school. Provides one in-service annually to staff.

Completes two of the following:

Participates as a member of the AOTA with at least 50% attendance. Participates in efforts to impact/affect legislation in professional area. Performs clinical activity or special project as pre-approved by manager. Supervises Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants, rehab assistants, and other support staff.