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Overview

The Occupational Therapist implements, with minimal supervision, high quality occupational therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and with Riverside Rehabilitation/Select Medical policies and procedures. Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care. Develops relationships with referral sources. Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.

Responsibilities

+ Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws, which govern how Occupational Therapist Licensure applicant may practice.

+ Review NovaCare/Select Physical Therapy’s Policies & Procedures manual on a yearly basis and adhere to the Policies and Procedures set forth.

+ Complete and maintain all Corporate & Clinical Services required trainings and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations.

+ Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist, evaluate, treat, and direct treatment for patients for whom physical therapy is medically necessary.

+ Document this need clearly under the direct supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist.

+ Maintain ongoing documentation in which goals, progress toward functional goals, and medical necessity are clearly stated.

+ Present all documentation to the supervising therapist for review and co-signature.

+ Complete all required documentation (pre-certifications, physicians reports, daily notes, charge tickets, etc.) legibly, appropriately and in a timely fashion in order to meet facility, physician and payor deadlines.

+ Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, and third party payors at all times.

+ Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by Center Manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.)

+ Utilize time efficiently and effectively to meet productivity requirements of the facility.

+ Participate in and present clinical in-services.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

+ Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.

+ Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day/shift.

+ Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide directions.

+ Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.

+ Ability to push wheeled equipment through the facility.

+ Possess fine motor skills for legible and accurate reporting, charting, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through use of electronic equipment.

+ Possess grasp ability for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.

Required Credentials:

+ Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

+ Submitted appropriate paperwork and gained eligibility to sit for State Licensure examination.

+ Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Additional Data

Select Medical Corporation's Outpatient Division is a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation with 1900+ locations in 40 states, plus the District of Columbia. Our highly respected clinical team provides preventative and rehabilitative services that maximize functionality and promote well-being. We develop individualized treatment plans to help achieve each patient's specific goals. Our integrated local market network allows us to effectively partner with physicians, employers, payers and case managers to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a cost-effective manner. We also provide physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools. #ACN

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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**Job ID** _327787_

**Location** _US-VA-Yorktown_

**Experience (Years)** _1_

**Category** _Therapy - Occupational Therapist_

**_Street Address_** _250 Josephs Drive_

**_Company_** _Riverside Rehabilitation Hospital_

**Position Type** _Part Time_