occup therapist - San Antonio, TX , USA, United States - Center for Health Care Services

    Center for Health Care Services
    Center for Health Care Services San Antonio, TX , USA, United States

    1 week ago

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    GENERAL SUMMARY


    The Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) will provide direct occupational therapy services for babies and toddlers birth to ages 36 months; perform discipline specific therapeutic evaluations for determination of need for direct therapy; conduct ECI developmental assessments using a required standardized assessment tool dictated by ECI-HHSC in a team setting and complete the associated documentation for the consumer and program.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES


    Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

    The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification.

    The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.


    • Abide by license, registration, or certification requirements and by the established rules of supervision and conduct for profession
    • Conduct and interpret assessments and/or evaluations in area of profession
    • Ensure clinical documentation is submitted in accordance with Center standards, and meets all designated requirements.
    • Ensure resources and supports are available and provided to children and families during their daily routines in the natural environment
    • Facilitate entry into services for eligible children from birth up through thirty-six (36) months of age, and their families.
    • Link and refer families/caregivers to appropriate services (internal and/or external) as indicated.
    • Maintain willingness, flexibility and commitment in order to ensure service provision in a natural environment, and to accommodate after hours appointments to consumers as needed & other duties assigned.
    • Meet all ECI-HHSC required indicators: Timely Services (28 days);45-day Timeline; Transition Elements (Planning, Notification, Conference);Median Delivered Hours per Child per month; Delivery of Billable Hours per Month ; Timely Documentation within the agency requirement of 23 hours from date of service.
    • Participate as a member of the ECI Interdisciplinary Team
    • Participate in the development of Individualized Family Services Plans (IFSP) in a Routines Based Family Centered process
    • Provide Case-management/targeted case management (TCM) to families of eligible children and those involved with the children in their natural environments, as necessary, to reach IFSP outcomes, procedures, and measurable criteria
    • Provide consultation and support to families and other team members in providing services to children
    • Performs other related duties as required.

    MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
    Education and Experience


    • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy, registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association and licensed by the State of Texas, and One year of work experience in the practice of Occupational Therapy with at least exposure to the pediatric population OR
    • Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy, registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association and licensed by the State of Texas, and Six (6) months to one year of experience in the practice of Occupational Therapy.
    Licenses or Certifications


    • Must be licensed to practice as a Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas.
    Other Requirements


    • Must maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage, be able to travel as needed, and be able to meet on a consistent basis the driving record requirements of the Company's auto insurance carrier if you drive your vehicle during company business.
    • Must maintain required credentials and mandatory training requirements to ensure compliance with all State regulations and CHCS policies.
    • Obtain and renew standard First Aid, CPR, Clinical Records, and Universal Precautions Trainings as required by the Center and ECI-HHSC State Program.
    • Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete SAMA and CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • A Bachelor's and or Master's Degree from an ACOTE accredited school.

    SUPERVISION

    • Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.

    COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

    Knowledge of:

    • Center for Health Care Services Safety Administrative Directives.
    • Child growth/development models, developmental delays and basic early intervention services to include ECI-HHSC Standards and ECI-HHSC required training.
    • Computer software to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and system databases.
    • Electronic Medical Record system.
    • Knowledge of computer software, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and system databases.
    • Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
    • Requirements of Medicaid and other funding resources.
    • Texas Administrative Code and ECI rule.

    Skilled in:

    • Customer service
    • Organization and time management
    • Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
    • Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios

    Ability to:

    • Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.
    • Communicate and work effectively with team members, family members, and community resources agencies using appropriate intervention skills as situations warrant.
    • Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
    • Enter data in Electronic Medical Records system.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
    • Evaluate and assess patients.
    • Maintain accurate and complete records.
    • Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
    • Make recommendations based on results of evaluations and assessments.
    • Meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
    • Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS


    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    • Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete Pediatric CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.
    • Must have adequate mobility that requires frequent walking, climbing stairs to reach a consumers residence (Up and Down); standing, bending stooping, kneeling, reaching (vertical and horizontal), using fingers, hands, feet, legs and torso in various care. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to occasionally transfer a consumer.
    • The employee must be able to occasionally transfer a baby or toddler from the family home floor to the couch; stroller or high chair and/or from the floor at the daycare to an infant or toddler seat or crib in the classroom.
    Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm 5802 S Presa

    Code : 4668-1


    SALARY RANGE:
    $70,113.30-$105,177.90