St Catherine's Village Occupational Therapist

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist 1 is responsible for evaluating / assessing needs of referred patients and formulating treatment plans. Provides therapy services defined in treatment plans. Works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team. Maintains accurate documentation of therapy services in the medical record. May supervise certified occupational therapy assistants, therapy techs, and students. The position relies on education and training to complete responsibilities. Initially, it requires instruction and guidance to accomplish the job and should develop into working under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care : This will have been satisfactorily performed when...

Evaluation and treatment methods appropriate to diagnosis, age group, patient's physical and emotional status are performed and accurately documented and appropriate treatment plan is formulated as evidenced by chart review.

Actively contributes to educational efforts of department ( in-services, students / new hire orientation, QI) is provided as evidenced by 1 in-service per year, documentation on competencies for students and new hires and QI data collection committee participation as assigned.

Communicates effectively with patients, family and medical staff as evidenced by weekly team staffing and daily team huddles.

Active participation in committees, department processes and special projects as assigned by supervisor is provided as requested.

Qualifications