The HELPsource™ Occupational Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, under orders from the referring physician, through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures. The Occupational Therapist functions in accordance with their State Practice Act.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a thorough functional assessment in accordance with established protocol and practice guide-lines.
• Develops and implements an individualized treatment plan, appropriate to age and needs of the patient, and containing achievable functional goals.
• Performs treatments as ordered in a safe, timely manner, in accordance with established protocol and practice guidelines.
• Maintains patient files as outlined in procedure manual.
• Communicates with physicians, other health care workers, and caregivers, as needed, regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Orients patient to treatment procedures appropriate to their age and needs.
• Assists referral process when a patient requires additional rehabilitation after discharge.
• Participates in peer review and quality improvement process, as directed.
• Accesses continuing education appropriate to discipline.
• Completes all annual mandatory training and certification requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-approved and accredited college
• Current license in Pennsylvania.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated competency in applying principles, methods and equipment used in occupational therapy
• Ability to assess patient needs to develop and implement comprehensive plan of care.
• Ability to function as a member of an integrated healthcare work team.

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