Evaluate patients referred for occupational therapy using standardized assessments and clinical judgment.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient goals.
Implement therapeutic interventions to improve ADLs (activities of daily living), fine motor skills, cognitive functioning, and overall independence.
Provide caregiver education and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and home modifications.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, physicians, and social workers.
Document all assessments, plans, treatments, and progress notes accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
Participate in discharge planning to ensure appropriate follow-up care, home safety, and community resources.
Maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory and professional standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission, AOTA).
Support student education and mentorship as appropriate.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required, Master's or Doctorate preferred
EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of experience in an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire
Licensure as an occupational therapist in Pennsylvania
Valid PA driver's license with good record and access to a vehicle
Numbers & Facts
Location
Indiana, PA
Skills
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Content Management Systems (CMS)unmatched
Discharge Plansunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Medical Record Systemunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Occupational Therapyunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Physical Therapyunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Social Workunmatched
Speech and Language Pathologyunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Treatment Planunmatched
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