What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Focused Post Acute Care Partners?
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Focused Post Acute Care Partners FPACP is a dynamic company with an expectation of excellence in the delivery of long-term care to every patient every day.
At FPACP, we take pride in our culture and ROCKIN recognition program ROCKStar (Recognizing Outstanding Care and Kindness). This program is used across the organization for team members, residents, family members, volunteers, and business partners. The gamification component is a fun and competitive way team members level up monthly, getting one step closer to attending the annual FPACP Gala. Apply to find out more and become our next ROCKStar.
Job Title:Occupational Therapist
Department
: Therapy
Reports To
Rehab Director, EDO
Summary
Evaluate patients and develop occupational therapy treatment programs in collaboration with the physician and provide occupational therapy treatments to patients. Administers complex active and passive therapeutic exercise, ADL retraining, and various cognitive techniques. Instructs, motivates and assists patients in learning and improving activities of daily living. Supervises and directs the efforts of the Occupational Therapy Assistant, if one is assigned.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation and implementation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to Occupational Therapy needs in conjunction with the physician. Makes revisions to the plans and goals based on changes in patient status.
Provides direct patient care services to ensure the effectiveness of Occupational Therapy programs.
Applies heat, light, water, and electrically based treatments/modalities (i.e., ultrasound, infra-red lamp, muscle stimulation, traction, hot and cold packs, paraffin baths, whirlpool, diathermy, etc.) to stimulate muscle/nerve function and/or for pain management, as prescribed, with proven competency and available equipment.
Prioritizes, plans treatment and travel times to provide for maximum efficiency, yet meet the needs of the patients.
Ensures orders are carried out in a professional manner satisfying professional ethics, patient rights, and State and Federal codes and regulations.
Facilitates effective communication amongst other clinicians providing care to the patient.
Assists in coordinating the Occupational Therapy program with other appropriate health care providers/ disciplines providing services to the patient.
Participates in interdisciplinary patient care conferences as applicable and maintains ongoing communication with all disciplines involved in the patient Plan of Care.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Mission, Purpose, and Philosophy.
Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and honesty.
Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with Century philosophy, objectives and goals.
Takes initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual and as a company. Exhibits commitment to personal and companywide goals.
Participates in the ongoing development of competencies, capabilities, technology and the resources needed to achieve high standards of efficiency and effectiveness.
Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect. Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the o
Focused Post Acute Care Partners FPACP is a dynamic company with an expectation of excellence in the delivery of long-term care to every patient every day.
At FPACP, we take pride in our culture and ROCKIN recognition program ROCKStar (Recognizing Outstanding Care and Kindness). This program is used across the organization for team members, residents, family members, volunteers, and business partners. The gamification component is a fun and competitive way team members level up monthly, getting one step closer to attending the annual FPACP Gala. Apply to find out more and become our next ROCKStar.
Job Title:Occupational Therapist
Department
: Therapy
Reports To
Rehab Director, EDO
Summary
Evaluate patients and develop occupational therapy treatment programs in collaboration with the physician and provide occupational therapy treatments to patients. Administers complex active and passive therapeutic exercise, ADL retraining, and various cognitive techniques. Instructs, motivates and assists patients in learning and improving activities of daily living. Supervises and directs the efforts of the Occupational Therapy Assistant, if one is assigned.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation and implementation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to Occupational Therapy needs in conjunction with the physician. Makes revisions to the plans and goals based on changes in patient status.
Provides direct patient care services to ensure the effectiveness of Occupational Therapy programs.
Applies heat, light, water, and electrically based treatments/modalities (i.e., ultrasound, infra-red lamp, muscle stimulation, traction, hot and cold packs, paraffin baths, whirlpool, diathermy, etc.) to stimulate muscle/nerve function and/or for pain management, as prescribed, with proven competency and available equipment.
Prioritizes, plans treatment and travel times to provide for maximum efficiency, yet meet the needs of the patients.
Ensures orders are carried out in a professional manner satisfying professional ethics, patient rights, and State and Federal codes and regulations.
Facilitates effective communication amongst other clinicians providing care to the patient.
Assists in coordinating the Occupational Therapy program with other appropriate health care providers/ disciplines providing services to the patient.
Participates in interdisciplinary patient care conferences as applicable and maintains ongoing communication with all disciplines involved in the patient Plan of Care.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Mission, Purpose, and Philosophy.
Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and honesty.
Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with Century philosophy, objectives and goals.
Takes initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual and as a company. Exhibits commitment to personal and companywide goals.
Participates in the ongoing development of competencies, capabilities, technology and the resources needed to achieve high standards of efficiency and effectiveness.
Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect. Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the o
