Occupational Therapist

Job Title/Position: Occupational Therapist Reports To: Clinical Supervisor * **Salary: Pay is per visit NOT per hour** * **Status: On Call, Per diem \- choose your own times\- days, preferably 2 or 3 or 4 days a week but not required**. JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct patient care provided will be performed as defined by the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1\. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self\-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care. 2\. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy. 3\. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals. 4\. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy. 5\. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function. 6\. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices. 7\. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy. 8\. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care