occupational therapist - Mt Vernon, IL , USA, United States - Healthpro Heritage

Description

HealthPro-Heritage is seeking to hire a PRN or Part Time Occupational Therapist for our beautiful Skilled Nursing Facility in Mount Vernon, IL.

• Long Term Care (SNF)
• Pay range: $45-53/hr
• Monday - Friday schedule
• No weekends
• New graduates welcome to apply

• Responsibilities
• Review available resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
• Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized procedures. Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs.
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records.
• Enter a progress note in the resident record following each treatment session.
• Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
• Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
• Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff members are working with residents.
• Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedure.
• Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident's use of functional abilities.

• Bachelor/Masters of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.
• Prefer supervision, training and/or experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.
• Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.