Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN
Company: HealthPRO - Heritage
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Occupational Therapist – OT, Outpatient geriatrics / Senior
Living Community Join
Healthpro Heritage, and use your passion for Occupational Therapy
to help make a difference! · Outpatient
(ALF) Occupational Therapist position available to begin
ASAP! ·
Elkhart, IN · PRN
hours, M-F as needed At
HealthPro Heritage we hire people who share our vision, who work
diligently and provide the kind of care that will help change
patient's lives for the better. As an Associate, your dedication
and commitment deserve respect and recognition. If you're looking
for a career and straightforward and realistic 'care' expectations,
maybe it's time to look at our company. The
Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents in accordance
with orders of the physician through the use of therapeutic
procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional
potentials in all areas of a resident's life. The Occupational
Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team
providing support and information within the area of Occupational
Therapy.
Looking forward to speaking with you!
Jennifer Sfeir, Recruitment – Senior Division
Call: 888-496-9319
Email: jsfeir@healthpro-heritage.com 1. Review available resident
information and evaluate the impact of this information on the
assessment and treatment process. 2. Conduct and document a thorough
functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized
procedures. Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs. 3. Develop and implement an
individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and
containing achievable functional goals. 4. Comply with evaluation, treatment
and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and
accurate departmental records. 5. Enter a progress note in the
resident record following each treatment session. 6. Revise treatment plans, as needed,
throughout the treatment process. 7. Document the course of treatment
in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed
format. 8. Instruct Assistants in treatment
procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such
staff members are working with residents. 9. Orient residents to program
services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs.
Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedure. 10. Work with nursing staff, resident and
families to maximize resident's use of functional abilities. 11. Establish and instruct resident and
family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to
be continued following discharge. 12. Assist in the referral process when a
resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain
current knowledge of community resources. 13. Attend and participate or provide
information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident
progress, problem or needs. 14. Attend and participate in other
department/facility meetings, as required. 15. Access continuing education
opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in
order to maintain clinical currency. 16. Participate in the quality improvement
process by responding appropriately to results of medical record
audits, resident/referral source satisfaction surveys, safety
activities and regulatory requirements. 17. Act in compliance with Heritage
Healthcare’s regulatory and professional standards and
guidelines. 18. Provide input to the Rehabilitation
Manager on clinical performance of assistants as requested and
appropriate. 19. Promote the programs and services of
Heritage Healthcare through formal and informal interactions with
the community. 20. Adhere to company and facility policies
and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and
safety programs. 21. Perform other duties as assigned and
required to provide quality care to residents. 22. Understands reimbursement by various
payers and allocates therapy resources efficiently in accordance
with resident goals and outcomes related to discharge
destination. 23. Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA
regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination Policy and third
party reimbursement guidelines. 24. Support the company’s commitment to
Compassionate Care; project a professional image to foster
confidence in the Rehab Program. 25. Perform duties in an independent manner
and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed;
willingly helping 26. Maintain the expected productivity
level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at
your particular facility/facilities 1. Bachelor/Masters of Science degree
in Occupational Therapy. 2. Current license/certification in
the state of practice. 3. Prefer supervision, training
and/or experience in a setting serving the same age/type of
resident population served by this facility. 4. Certification, if applicable, and
demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization. 5. Excellent oral and written
communication and interpersonal skills. 6. Demonstrated ability to assess
resident needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of
care. 7. Knowledge of accreditation
standards and compliance requirements. 8. Ability to complete the following
activities safely, and at times, for prolonged periods: • Standing: Maintaining an upright
position on the feet, especially for prolonged periods of time • Pushing: Applying pressure and
exerting force against an object for the purpose of moving it
forward or away from the source of the force – push or pull force
up to 35 lbs. • Lifting: Raising an object from a
lower to a higher position, or moving an object laterally, from
position to position-Required to lift up to 50 lbs of force
independently. May be required to lift over 50 lbs with assistance
of another person or a mechanical lift • Stooping: Bending the body forward
and down from the waist, hips and knees, sometimes for a prolonged
length of time. • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and
arm(s) in any direction away from the body • Balancing: Maintaining body
equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching
on narrow, slippery or moving surfaces
jsfeir@healthpro-heritage.com
Keywords: HealthPRO - Heritage, Elkhart , Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN, Other , Elkhart, Indiana
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