Role: Occupational Therapist responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing rehabilitative programs to enhance patients’ daily functioning, mobility, cognitive abilities, strength, coordination, and range of motion. Services are delivered across the continuum, prioritizing quality, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with physicians to evaluate patients, establish treatment plans, goals, and discharge strategies.
- Implement and adjust therapy plans, select appropriate activities, and provide patient and family education.
- Document evaluations, treatment sessions, discharge instructions, and follow-up care per departmental protocols.
- Maintain ethical standards, confidentiality, punctuality, and professional appearance.
- Communicate effectively with team members and participate in meetings, training, and quality improvement activities.
- Promote excellent customer service, applying AIDET principles and fostering teamwork and respect.
- Engage in ongoing professional development, complete required certifications, and participate in orientation and training.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program or hold a Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Licenses and certifications include Occupational Therapist license, BLS certification, Georgia Driver’s License, and private vehicle insurance.
- Effective communication, customer service orientation, team player mentality, and basic computer skills are essential.
- Must be able to operate a vehicle and travel as required.