Job Description
Job Description
Description : Job Summary :
The licensed occupational therapist job summary at Tyler Holmes Memorial Hospital is listed below :
- Interpretation of referrals in acute care, swing bed, school system, and / or outpatient facilities.
- Initial examination, evaluation, objective problem identification, diagnosis, and prognosis.
- Development or modification of an individualized plan of care that is based on the initial
examination and that includes anticipated goals and expected functional outcomes.
Supervisory responsibility for up to two licensed certified occupational therapist assistantsCoverage of patient care in outpatient, swing bed, and school systems, as instructed by Director of Rehabilitation. Caseload may require treatments in more than one setting, based on caseload needs and staffing dynamicsTimely review and completion of all supporting documentationEstablishment of discharge plan summary of statusDirect questions and concerns to director of rehab in a timely mannerJob Responsibilities :
Occupational therapist responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :
Creating thorough documentation for all patient populationsTimely review of treatment documentation, re-examination of the patient and anticipated goals and expected outcomes, and revisions when indicatedEstablishment of discharge plans and appropriate discharge environment recommendationsSupervision of assistants, up to two individuals at any given timeInterpreting of physician referrals and obtainment of any required supporting patient documentation, including diagnostics, labs, appointment notes, etc., in order to assure comprehensive review and care of patientsAssuring timely and appropriate care based on patient presentationAssisting with marketing of services to the communityThe occupational therapist will also perform any other duties assigned by the director of rehabilitation and hospital administration.Providing prompt notice of absence or need for change of schedule with Director of Rehab via telephoneRequirements :
Licensure Requirement :
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in OT from an accredited program with current licensure in the state of Mississippi
Physical Requirements :
Good overall mental and physical healthStamina and endurance for expected shiftsEnhanced tolerate to continuous walking Ability to perform proper lifting>60 pounds Occasional sitting
Frequent lifting of 10-30 pounds