Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for coordinating and providing restorative and rehabilitative services to participants both at the center and at home. This role involves working closely with physicians, rehabilitation staff, and other interdisciplinary team (IDT) members to maximize participant independence and safety, as well as enhance performance of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). The therapist collaborates with the physical therapist to efficiently operate the rehabilitation department and is a member of the management team, facilitating collaborative relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders.

Duties

• Conduct assessments to determine care needs, preferences, and goals of participants and actively participate in IDT meetings to develop participant care plans.
• Deliver and document interventions in accordance with physician orders and/or as agreed upon in the participants' care plans, including promoting muscle re-education, perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, endurance, and other factors affecting independence in performing ADLs.
• Supervise Therapy Assistants, providing training, instruction, and guidance needed to implement Functional Maintenance Programs (FMP).
• Provide training and instructions to staff, participants, and caregivers/families in areas of expertise.
• Order, track, and manage maintenance for equipment.
• Remain alert to input from other team members, participants, and caregivers, updating the IDT promptly of any changes in participants' condition or functional status.
• Work with other IDT members to support smooth care transitions between settings (e.g., hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home).
• Participate in end-of-life care coordination and support.
• Manage direct reports including training, supervising, and mentoring.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of all procedures and information about team members, participants, and families.
• Follow policies and procedures and participate in required Quality Improvement activities, staff training, and meetings.
• Communicate regularly with Supervisor and team regarding workload and priorities.
• Complete all mandated trainings and education in a timely manner.
• Complete all mandated occupational health screenings as needed.
• Exercise flexibility in performing assignments as business needs evolve.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population.
• Highly motivated, inspirational leader able to engage, support, and remove barriers for the team to ensure established goals are consistently met.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to treat frail, elderly participants with complex needs.
• Two years' supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Ability to process accurate information in a timely manner.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills in settings with seniors, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Experience leading in a data-driven organization, leveraging reports and data to prioritize and manage people and projects.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience and competency working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Commitment to unlocking the full potential of vulnerable seniors.

Schedule Notes

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Mobile visits will be required, including in-home or skilled nursing facility/assisted living facility for treatment or assessment. Typically, 4-6 patients per day. Reliable transportation is necessary.