Occupational Therapist Magee, Mississippi PRN

Job Details

Magee General - Magee, MS

PRN

Bachelors

None

Any

Health Care

Description

Basic Function

Plans and administers medically prescribed Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments for patients suffering from injuries, or medical diseases, to restore functions, relieve pain, and prevent disability. In addition, Occupational Therapist may perform supervisory and administrative functions.

Nature and Scope

The position will report to the Director of Rehabilitation responsible for the facility(s) or area(s) of service. The scope of care can include patients form pediatric to geriatric.

Principal Job Responsibilities

Meet company guidelines by maintaining company established productivity levels.

Performs an accurate comprehensive initial evaluation based on the patients diagnosis.

Develops appropriate, functional and measurable goals and a plan of treatment to meet the goals based on input from the patient/family.

Establishes a realistic time frame to achieve treatment goals.

Performs a variety of techniques to improve function, tone, strength, etc.

Utilizes positioning as a technique to prevent or reduce deformities and or promote function.

Assesses indications for, fit of, and proper use of orthotics and prosthetics.

Performs a re-evaluation at least once every two weeks for inpatients and once a month for outpatients.

Follows all state regulations for and maintains current licensure.

Provides written documentation in accordance with accepted professional standards, company standards, and all State and Federal laws, rules and regulations.

Enters all pertinent documentation into the patient progress notes in a timely manner per department and facility policy.

Ensures timely and accurate reporting for billing of all services provided.

Progresses the patient appropriately.

Ensures timely D/C planning.

Educates the patients/family/staff regarding a home exercise program or Functional Maintenance Program, assistance required, and equipment fit and function.

Maintains good working relationship with facility(s) staff/customer(s).

Acts as a clinical preceptor, as directed.

Follows company expectations in regards to HIPAA/Corporate Compliance policies and procedures.

19. Adheres with Medicare Final Local Medical Review Policy for discipline specific guidelines.

20. Performs other duties as assigned.

Exposure

Occupational Therapist will have close contact with patients and is likely to come in contact with blood or bodily fluids.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum of two (2) years clinical experience preferred

Must have current unrestricted professional license to practice

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program with a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Must possess excellent organizational, time management, and leadership abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills are required

Physical Requirements

Job duties are generally performed in a clean and well-equipped area with uniform temperatures and normal noise levels

Work alternates between sitting and standing with mobility necessary

Average sight, talking, hearing, and touching are necessary

Ability to lift, turn, move, position and /or transport patient in/out of bed, chair, wheelchair with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a threat to health or safety of him/herself or others, including patients, their families, and co-workers

Must be able to drive between facilities and specific locations as needed

Ability to administer CPR