Occupational Therapist

• Responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician and by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Provide offsite community educations, and screenings. Administers occupational therapy services including: evaluation, examination, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and outcomes as outlined by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Coordinate delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (COTA, etc.). May work with Inpatients, Outpatients, Home Health patients and Swing bed patients. Assists in the successful operation and management of the Swing Bed Program.