Occupational Therapist (OT) - Outpatient Services

The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients of all ages in an outpatient setting. This role involves assessing patient needs, designing treatment plans, and providing education to patients, families, and caregivers. Additionally, the OT will be responsible for documenting evaluations and communicating with referring providers on patient progress and treatment recommendations. Perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair, and floor Design appropriate plans of care and adjust based on patient response Educate patients, family, caregivers, and other health care providers Use reliable examination methods and screen patients for therapy services Monitor care delivered by support personnel and provide feedback Document evaluations and plans of care according to department policy Evaluate patients' impairments related to upper extremity function Establish a plan of care based on functional deficits and patients' goals Complete daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR Administer therapeutic ultrasound and fluidotherapy treatments Communicate with referring providers on patient progress and treatment recommendations

Created: 2024-11-10