Occupational Therapist

Description

Westminster Oaks is seeking a full time, 30 hours a week, Monday through Friday (with some weekends) Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the interdisciplinary team process. Provide teaching and training to care giving staff. Involvement with the clinical program development. Supervise other therapists, assistants, technicians, aides and students as required.

• Evaluate, identify and treat physical and cognitive deficits that interfere with the resident's ability to perform daily life activities. Follow recommendations on MD's orders.

• Design restorative programs and train residents in the use of adaptive equipment.

• Develop and enter Care Plans in the system for each of the resident's needs. Maintain timely and accurate documentation.

• Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process.

• Perform Resident's screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy and Professional Licensure where required by state of law; two years clinical experience preferred.

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem- solving and decision-making skills.

• Utilizes effective time management skills.

• Meet ASHA requirements for the position.

This position requires a criminal background. More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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Qualifications

Education

Required

• Bachelor's Degree or better in Occupational Therapy

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Occupational Therapist

Experience

Required

• Outpatient and inpatient experience required.

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