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Essential Functions:

Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing therapy in the following: screening of all residents, assessing and treating all patients who might benefit from therapy as referred by state-approved referral source. Adheres to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.

Thoroughly document progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.

Refers patients for treatment to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), where appropriate.

Provides consultation and clinical supervision to COTAs in the facility.

Directs COTA(s) and Rehab Aide(s) in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes efficient and effective utilization of resources and facilitate the ongoing development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts, Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA).

Build a strong rehabilitation practice within each facility by performing or directing and supervising occupational therapy staff in the following activities: establishing and maintaining courteous and helpful interaction patterns with staff, patients, and families which reflect sensitivity to individual needs and a problem-solving approach; actively integrating therapys role into facility and interdisciplinary treatment team.

Contribute to facility patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff/department head meetings, and family conference activities/communications.

Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Other Functions:

Provides skilled occupational therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders.

Assesses patient needs, plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of occupational therapy interventions.

Other duties as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to communicate effective treatments and procedures to residents, families, and nursing facility.

Ability to maintain patient/resident confidentiality. Core Values & Behaviors that Improve Lives

Demonstrates a culture of service and a commitment to doing good by improving lives.

Regularly exhibits behaviors that support the values of the company Family, Ownership, Responsibility, Celebration, and Experience.

Work ethic reflects a passion for exceeding patient/resident expectations.

Solicits patient/resident feedback to understand their needs and the needs of the community. Advocates for raising the bar of patient/resident care within the facility and influences others to take actions that increase the quality of person-centered care.