• Review available resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
• Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized procedures.
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records.
• Enter a treatment note and/or progress note in the resident record following each treatment session.
• Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
• Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
• Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff members are working with residents.
• Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs.
• Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident's use of functional abilities.
• Establish and instruct resident and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
• Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
• Attend and participate or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problem or needs.
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.
• Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, resident/referral source satisfaction surveys, safety activities and regulatory requirements.
• Act in compliance with Ahava Therapy Services regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
• Adhere to company and facility policies and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to residents.
• Understands reimbursement by various payers and allocates therapy resources efficiently in accordance with resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination Policy and third party reimbursement guidelines.
• Support the company’s missiona nd vision that project a professional image.
• Perform duties in an independent manner and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping
• Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities

• Bachelor/Masters of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.
• Must have BLS CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Benefits

Competitive pay, Daily pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Ancillary Insurances, FSA, PTO, Free Birthday Holiday, Holiday Pay, Free Life Insurance, 401K with Company Match, Free CEUs through Ahava University.