Occupational Therapist

Opportunity:

OT - OT Inpatient

Job Details:

• Function as a member of the Rehabilitation team providing quality care for patients referred for services by a licensed physician
• Initiate patient care through evidence-based assessment and documentation of findings in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR)
• Submit a detailed plan of care to the referring provider for approval and signature within 24 hours of completing evaluation
• Submit accurate treatment charges daily in the EMR
• Maintain treatment records, statistical data, and patient schedule for patients referred for treatment
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans and/or make recommendations for referrals as needed
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) in patient care and provide education to enhance clinical skills
• Continuously observe all department equipment for hazards to ensure patient safety
• Float to Acute care as needed
• Weekend schedule includes Saturdays
• No on-call responsibilities
• Prior occupational therapy experience required
• Inpatient experience required
• Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations required
• Active Arkansas Occupational Therapy License required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA)
• Skills checklist current within one year pertinent to occupational therapy specialty required
• Two supervisory reference forms taken within the last two years required