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    Occupational Therapist - Bethesda, United States - Vierra Communities

    Vierra Communities
    Vierra Communities Bethesda, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Position: Occupational Therapist - PRN

    Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work, with an employer that values you and the work you do? If so, Carriage Hill Bethesda is looking for you. If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing in-house Physical Therapy team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care.

    Overview:

    Carriage Hill Bethesda, a Vierra Communities property, is a family-owned and operated Nursing and Rehabilitation facility that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents.

    Part-Time/PRN Benefits:
    • 401(k) immediate enrollment with match & no vesting schedule
    • Referral Bonus Program
    Required Qualifications
    • License to practice occupational therapy within the state
    • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
    • Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Registered Occupational Therapists
    • Experience with long-term care and /or geriatric care is preferred
    • Must pass a criminal background check
    • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
    • Must have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patients
    • Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals
    Major Duties and Responsibilities
    1. Optimize the physical abilities and skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy staff in the following activities: initiating referrals; evaluating and treating appropriate patients; complying with Minimum Data Set procedures; effectively participating in the care planning process; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient's family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate.
    2. Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
    3. Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
    4. Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
    5. Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
    6. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan.
    7. Monitors patient's response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician's orders.
    8. Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in his/her own environment.
    9. Documents results of patient's assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services.
    10. Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient.
    11. Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
    12. Participates in discharge planning.
    13. Supervises students and volunteers.
    14. Refers patients for treatment to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) by completing evaluation and initial plan of treatment and communicating necessary and sufficient information.
    15. Supervises and directs COTA in the implementation of the treatment plan.
    16. Supervises Rehabilitation Aides.
    17. Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual occupational therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria.
    18. Participates in patient, family and staff education.
    19. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient.
    20. Adheres to Facility policies and procedures regarding documentation of occupational therapy services.
    21. Attend inservice training and facility meetings as required.
    22. Provides inservice education to the members of the patient care team and to members of the community.
    23. Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
    24. Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Assists in the collection of statistics as directed.
    25. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures and efficiency standards.
    26. Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to facility/corporate safety standards.
    27. Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
    28. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up of the patient therapy programs.
    29. Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, patients, family members and facility personnel.
    30. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum efficiency during assigned shift. Ability to work varying hours, including weekends and holidays.
    31. Assists with and participates in Continuous Quality Improvement Program as required.
    32. Adheres to established confidentiality standards as required by Facility concerning community and patient information.
    33. Projects a positive and professional image at all times.
    34. Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.
    Performs other duties or special projects as assigned
    • Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for
      intervention/treatment.
    • Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
    • Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and
      methods to achieve identified goals.
    • Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
    • Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan.
    • Monitors patient's response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals
      in accordance with physicians orders.
    • Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of
      the patient in his/her own environment.
    Additional Requirements:
    • Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position; lift, push, pull, carry heavy objects. Stand for long periods of time, walk, bend and stretch.
    • The employee must be capable of exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (less then 1/3 of the time), and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently (1/2 of the time), and or up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of time) to move objects, equipment and/or patients.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend or crouch; use hands to manipulate tools, equipment, or controls; reach with hands and arms, balance, lift and perform medium to maximum transfer assists with patients.
    • The employee is required to have visual and hearing acuity sufficient enough to assess patient safety and ability.
    • The employee works mostly inside patient rooms or a clinic. This position is classified as a Category I for the purpose of exposure determination under the OSHA regulations regarding the Standard of Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens (29 CFR Category I is defined as all procedures or job related tasks that involve an inherent risk for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills and/or splashes of blood or body fluids. The use of protective equipment and measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.
    Carriage Hill provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements Carriage Hill Bethesda complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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