Occupational Therapist
PACS
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: McCormick • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United States
Visit company websiteSalary
💰 $40 - $50 per hour
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral
- Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician
- Treat patients per the physician treatment plan
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans
- Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed
- Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility
- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements
- Record treatment changes per policy and procedures
- Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services
- Participate in discharge planning
- Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Requirements
- Licensing in South Carolina (Required)
- Experience in LTC is preferred
- A desire to provide high-quality care and make a difference for our residents
- Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
- Ability to read technical procedures
- Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
- Ability to solve practical problems
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Benefits
- Healthcare, dental, vision, and more (for full time)
- 401K Matching (for full time)
- Flexible work schedules
- Appreciation incentives and events throughout the year
- Advancement and PRN opportunities within our network of sister-facilities in SC
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
patient evaluationtreatment planningpatient caredocumentationdischarge planningdurable medical equipment orderingcaregiver trainingproblem-solvingdata input
Soft skills
communicationsupervisionteam collaborationinterpersonal skillstrainingpresentation skillscomprehensionpositivityeffectiveness
Certifications
Occupational Therapy License in South Carolina