Occupational Therapist OT PRN - Wathena Kansas

Company: Wathena Healthcare & Rehab Center
Location: Wathena, Kansas
Posted On: 01/23/2025

OT SUMMARYEvaluates and treats residents and patients with conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling to improve their ability to perform tasks of daily living and working environments in compliance with federal guideline sand state practice acts.OT ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUnder a physician's orders, screens and evaluates resident/ patient and develops appropriate care plan.Instructs residents, families, and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and aids for eating and dressing.Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.OT QUALIFICATIONSBachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.Current license in Occupational Therapy (if required by state law).State approved certification to provide advanced level treatments where applicable.OT SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESMay supervise COTAs, Rehab Aides, or provisional licensed occupational therapists per state practice guidelines.OT OTHER REQUIREMENTSParticipates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper us and disclosure of resident'sprotected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative tothe confidentiality of residents' protected health information.OT Benefits:401KAnnual Performance EvaluationsPerfect Attendance BonusRetention BonusPaid Time OffHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability InsuranceLife InsuranceElectronic DocumentationEmployee Appreciation EventsIND456by Jobble More...

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