Occupational Therapist

Job description

Functions of Position:
 Monitoring: Continuously observe cardiac rhythm telemetry for assigned patients, identifying any
 Performs the initial occupational therapy assessment and works with the physician to develop an individualized plan of care
 for therapy services.
 Establishes reasonable and measurable goals for the therapy and documents progress achieved.
 Regularly re-evaluates the patient's therapy needs and revises the plan of care as the need arises.
 Initiates and follows the physician's plan of treatment.
 Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative modalities.
 Documents accurately services provided in a timely fashion.
 Completes monthly progress notes, which includes a description of the services provided, the actual progress made,
 the patient's response to teaching, and other physical findings.
 Works with other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care services.
 Informs the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient's condition and needs.
 Counsels the patient and family in meeting their therapy needs.
 Participates in in-service programs.
 Supervises and teaches other health care personnel.
 Participates in the Quality Improvement program as required.
 Promotes good public relations.
 Participates in formulating policies and procedures as requested for therapy services.
Qualifications:
 Bachelors degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy. BLS training.
 At least one year of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Missouri preferred.
 Possess a current license as an Occupational Therapist is the State of Missouri.
Full-Time, Day Shift