Occupational Therapist

Position Title:

Occupational Therapist Status:

Per Diem Position Description:

Provides occupational therapy services to the patients of the agency under the direction and written orders of a physician.

Essential Duties :

• Evaluates the degree of function and disability of patients unless contraindicated by professional judgment or a physician's order.
• Develops a treatment plan based upon patient evaluation and physician's orders that are designed to maximize patient independence in activities of daily living.
• Performs occupational therapy procedures upon the written orders of a physician, utilizing a creative activity which may be of a manual, industrial, recreational or educational design and/or adapted to correct or remedy any disability.
• Documents in the patient's electronic chart all evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, consultations and discharge summaries within the time frame established by VNS policy.
• Fabricates and applies splints, trains patients in the use of adaptive assistive devices and/or self-help techniques to achieve maximum independence.
• Participates with other clinicians in the formulation of the patient's total plan of care
• Consults with physician as necessary regarding the therapy plan of care and patient progress.
• Educates the patient and/or family in knowledge of the patient's physical condition and treatment.
• Participates in case conferencing with the Rehabilitation Director.

Other Responsibilities:

• Supports the agency in its goals and initiatives.
• Participates in in-service training programs.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures.
• Promotes effective verbal communication.
• Is proactive in developing and maintaining a culture of safety in the work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication.
• Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity such as bending, standing, and the ability to transfer a patient with or without a transfer device.

Supervision Received by:

Rehabilitation Director Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy.
• Possess current license and registration by the NYS Education Department as an Occupational Therapist.
• Possess at least one year of supervised clinical experience and has an understanding of the principles, techniques and practices of occupational therapy.
• Understands the operation and maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in occupational therapy.
• Understands the pathological conditions and socioeconomic factors affecting a patient's disabilities.
• Must have NYS driver's license and auto insurance.

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

On the road