Occupational Therapist

Functions of Position:

 Monitoring: Continuously observe cardiac rhythm telemetry for assigned patients, identifying any

 Performs the initial occupational therapy assessment and works with the physician to develop an individualized plan of care

 for therapy services.

 Establishes reasonable and measurable goals for the therapy and documents progress achieved.

 Regularly re-evaluates the patient's therapy needs and revises the plan of care as the need arises.

 Initiates and follows the physician's plan of treatment.

 Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative modalities.

 Documents accurately services provided in a timely fashion.

 Completes monthly progress notes, which includes a description of the services provided, the actual progress made,

 the patient's response to teaching, and other physical findings.

 Works with other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care services.

 Informs the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient's condition and needs.

 Counsels the patient and family in meeting their therapy needs.

 Participates in in-service programs.

 Supervises and teaches other health care personnel.

 Participates in the Quality Improvement program as required.

 Promotes good public relations.

 Participates in formulating policies and procedures as requested for therapy services.

Qualifications:

 Bachelors degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy. BLS training.

 At least one year of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Missouri preferred.

 Possess a current license as an Occupational Therapist is the State of Missouri.