Occupational Therapist - Remote

Administers and provides occupational therapy and rehabilitation treatments prescribed by a physician.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide occupational therapy services under the direction of a physician.


• Instruct, prepare, and reassure resident of treatment being performed.


• Review the diagnosis of residents, evaluate the patient’s condition, establish a plan of treatment, and perform discharge planning and re-evaluation.


• Apply appropriate treatments, exercises and ambulatory procedures, and informs the resident of the treatment process.


• Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on resident progress and changing needs


• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on restoring function and promoting independence


• Monitor and ensure resident safety during treatments.


• Provide care appropriate for the residents served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.


• Assess and interpret data on the resident’s status to identify residents’ requirements relative to their age specific needs and provide care needed as stipulated in departmental policy.


• Maintain records associated with the resident's treatments.


• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and regulatory standards


• Communicate information to the director and physician on resident’s treatment progress as directed.


• Assist in maintain stock levels of supplies and required equipment.


• Ensure inventory is adequately stocked with supplies necessary for efficient operation.


• Perform the sterilization of equipment and work area.


• Perform minor and preventative maintenance on equipment and ensure equipment is properly stored after use.


• Report equipment problems to Rehabilitation Director.
  
   

OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis.


• Work well with other employees.


• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.


• Follow standard precautions when providing direct patient care.

WHY EHD? 

 

PEOPLE FIRST

Our staff is our most valued asset.  Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients.  We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.  

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

It takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans. 

CULTURE & SUPPORT

We believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.