Occupational Therapist - OT (Full-Time) - Lineville Nursing Home
Comfort Care
- Lineville, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Evaluates patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
- For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Company policy.
- Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
- Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Company professionals.
- May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury.
- May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
- May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
- Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient's condition. Submits these records in accordance with Company policy.
- Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient's care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
- Attends and contributes to in services, case conferences, and other meetings as required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients.
- Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs and refers
- Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
- Participates in discharge planning for patient.
- Adhere to all of the Company's policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Must hold a current and valid therapy license in the state employed.
- Familiarity with general use and functions of the computer, including starting programs, using files, apps and navigating screens. Use of internet, e-mail, and understanding confidentiality of user names and passwords. Experience with Apple iPads and iPods a plus.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Some travel may be required.
- Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodation.
- If applying for an Outpatient position, you must possess an active AHA (American Heart Association) CPR certification.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Healthcare