Field Occupational Therapist WellMed Remcon

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The Registered Occupational Therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for implementing standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The OT plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy for patients suffering from injuries or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and to prevent disability.

The OT ensures quality and safe delivery of care in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s Plan of Care. This may include, but will not be limited to:
• Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, participation in the development of the total plan of care, and evaluating home environment
• Assessing for muscle strength, mobility, activities of daily living, and range of motion – potential for rehab
• Directing occupational therapy treatment
• Instructing patients and/or families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances
• Determining priority needs for occupational therapy
• Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition
• Initiates occupational therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family caregiver members in certain phases of occupational therapy, and participates in case conferences
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
• Participates in discharge planning for patient
• Provide in‑service education related to Occupational Therapy to Agency personnel as needed
• Participate in peer consultation process
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) according to Agency policy and state regulations every 30 days – responsible for the overall performance, coordination and evaluation of the COTA work
• Re‑evaluate patients, at a minimum, every 30 days
• Maintain a productivity standard of 25‑30 patient contacts per week
• Maintain contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care
• Maintain clinical competency in occupational therapy practice and theory, including required continuing education as specified by the state licensing board
• Perform care management duties on patients whose primary skilled service is occupational therapy, including notifying the physician of changes in the patient’s condition, attending and documenting case conferences, initiating coordination of care, and planning for discharge
• Adhere to the Agency’s Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of documentation
• Evaluate, fit, adjust and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices such as adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, splints, etc. to improve function
• Advise and consult with patients and caregivers
• Recognize and report life‑threatening situations and respond appropriately
• Exhibit professionalism and be courteous with all patients, physicians and co‑workers
• Demonstrate knowledge and observance of the Patient’s Bill of Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
• Follow all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy
• Participate in educational programs and all required in‑service programs to maintain comprehensive home care knowledge base, as assigned by supervisor
• Commit to compliance with all Homecare Dimensions, Inc Agency policies and procedures, and participate in accreditation, licensing and professional recognition activities
• Communicate with physician regarding patient needs and report any changes in patient…