Full Time Occupational Therapist - AL / IL / Memory Care Federal Way WA

Company: EmpowerMe Wellness, LLC
Location: Federal Way
Posted on: November 19, 2021

Job Description:

Position Summary:As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for providing a full range of occupational therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. You will also contribute to program development, quality improvement, and problem solving in accordance with company-wide policies and clinical initiatives, to optimize each patients functional well-being and satisfaction.Essential Duties include the following:The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Perform appropriate assessment(s) and reassessment(s) of patients functional abilities, including physical, emotional, cognitive and sensory components to evaluate the necessity of skilled occupational therapy intervention; identify and initiate clinically appropriate therapeutic intervention that is evidenced based and comprehensive to the needs of the individual patient and/or as directed by physician orders in accordance with the standards set by American Occupational Therapy Association, the state of employment and by the companyEducate and communicate with patients, family members and other patient care personnel regarding the individualized treatment plan for the patient; and, routinely provide feedback to patient, their family member(s) and care staff personnel regarding progression, goal achievement and discharge plansIdentify the need for, and make, referrals to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patientsAssume supervisory responsibility and accountability of OTA/COTA(s) and/or occupational therapy students in accordance with federal, state and payer guidelines, including communication and documentationAssess, conduct appropriate intervention and/or make recommendations to physician regarding patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitationAssist in training and orientation of EmpowerMe Wellness and/or community staff, as well as students, in relation to rehabilitation therapyCommunicate professionally, clearly and maintain a good working relationship with physicians, care staff, the administrative team and interdisciplinary teams, as well as demonstrate flexibility to ensure patient/facility/customer needs are being metEnsure documentation is completed, and charges are entered, in a timely, thorough and accurate manner and in accordance with state guidelines and company policyPerforms all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors; manage and operate equipment safely and correctly; maintaining department cleanliness and safetyProvides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain within budget guidelinesMaintain professional expertise through continued education as necessitated by licensure and as appropriate for provision of specific treatments utilizing EmpowerMe Wellness educational resources when availableDevelop occupational therapy department by frequently reviewing best practices, providing guidance for, and conducting, in- services and other educational trainings in compliance with federal and state professional requirementsParticipate in infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs, patient/family and team conferences and attend departmental / company training as requested and provides positive contributions to interdepartmental discussionsAchieve productivity goals and expectations as identified by the CompanyTreat patients and their families with respect and dignity - identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their familiesComplies with HIPAA & PHI guidelines and protects confidentiality at all timesOffers to assist other staff and demonstrates flexibility in carrying shared team functions including special projectsOther duties as assignedQualifications, Education and/or Experience:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.Graduate of a bachelors, masters or doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy with one (1) year of experience in rehabilitation in senior care communities or related setting is preferredCurrent state licensure, in good standing, as an Occupational Therapist or be eligible for temporary license with supervision based on current state guidelinesBasic Life Support/CPR certificationKnowledge of Medicare payment systems and EHR/EMR systemsProven ability to build and maintain a patient caseload, specifically within a Med B settingDemonstrate proficiency in occupational therapy modalities and ADLsExceptional communication and interpersonal skills along with the heart and passion to work with older adults while providing the best care possiblePassion to achieve results through self-motivation, initiative and proactive orientation with a sense of professional curiosity, desire to learn new things and to find / recommend solutions to problemsSense of professional curiosity, desire to learn new things, and to find / recommend solutions to problemsDriven to achieve and exceed goals and have the ability to motivate others to do the sameConduct oneself in a professional manner at all times with the ability to effectively perform conflict intervention and resolutionMust exhibit and promote a high level of professionalism, customer service, and friendliness in all interactions with employees, patients, and visitors throughout the organizationComputer Skills:Proficiency in applicable Electronic Medical/Health Records systems and working knowledge of Microsoft applications, such as Word, Outlook and ExcelPhysical Demands:To perform this mission successfully, an individual should possess the physical ability to lift/move 50lbs, maintain a stationary position, move freely, operate equipment, ascend/descend freely, position self to reach equipment above or below normal standing height, and communicate with employees throughout the organization. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; stoop; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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