Occupational Therapist OTR

About This Role

Provide direct and comprehensive quality patient care as an Occupational Therapist, including evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation, while advocating for patients and participating in quality assurance activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients according to licensure
• Direct and supervise the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines
• Follow all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding personal protection and patient safety
• Expand and enhance clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education
• Support and participate in department operations and development
• Communicate patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care
• Perform evaluations pursuant to M.D. orders, payer authorizations, and facility/payer source guidelines
• Develop treatment plan and provide treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for best functional outcome for the patients
• Complete documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, weekly summaries, or monthly reports as required
• Attend continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs, or techniques

Requirements

• Washington state Occupational Therapy license
• Ability to practice unencumbered
• Good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of resident's rights
• CPR certification

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy

Benefits

Certifications