Occupational Therapist OTR/L

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of clients and provides occupational therapy evaluations, modalities and treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures of the clinic while maintaining the highest degree of quality client care.

The Occupational Therapist also assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those clients being treated by Occupational Therapist Assistants and may be assigned to orient staff and students.

The Occupational Therapist accurately assesses clients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; provides client and family teaching; and works cooperatively with other clinical staff in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. These functions are carried out in accordance with the policies, mission, vision and philosophy of the clinic.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform client assessment.
• Establish plan of care.
• Assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modify treatment to achieve goals.
• Provide care in accordance with physician’s orders and established plan of care.
• Assesses educational needs of the client, family, caregiver or significant other and provide education to meet those needs.
• Communicates with client, family, caregivers, significant other and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Plans for discharge.
• Maintain a current knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within your specialized field.

HIPAA Responsibilities

• Knowledge, understanding, and compliance of the privacy policy of SSPT as well as all applicable Federal and State laws
• Always protect all confidential client information whether written, verbal or electronic
• Under no circumstances: maliciously harm, access, modify, or in any way alter, modify, or destroy any computer software, network or workstation.
• Mitigate, to the extent practicable, any harmful effect that is known of a use or disclosure of protected health information in violation of the policies and procedures of this clinic or the requirements of the Privacy Rule by this clinic or any of its business associates
• Immediately notify the designated Compliance Officer of any violation of the policies and procedures of this clinic or the requirements of the Privacy Rule by this clinic or any of its business associates
• Ensure that the minimal necessary client information is used or disclosed in the performance of job duties and responsibilities
• No employee, client, or representative of a client of this clinic shall be retaliated against in any way for making a good faith complaint or report regarding a violation of the Privacy Rule or the policies and procedures of this clinic regarding protected health information

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Alabama.
• Must maintain a current knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the clinical field.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and demonstrate professionalism and diplomacy.
• Provide an environment conducive to safety for clients, visitors and staff.
• Assess the risk for safety and implement appropriate precautions.
• Utilize the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing and educating coworkers and staff.
• Respond to departmental needs.
• Participate in and contribute to quality improvement process for the department and the clinic.
• Coordinate and supervise appropriate levels of staff including interns, students and volunteers.
• Provide in-service training on all continuing education.
• Maintain required and up-to-date documentation on clients and billing requirements
• Provide support to the clinical/office staff, as needed.
• This position, as is any other position in this clinic, is required but not limited to running errands and any other duties assigned.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels and demonstrate professionalism and diplomacy.
• Must be able to maintain confidential and non-routine information of clients and employees.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple tasks and demands.
• Must be flexible in scheduling, which dictates what is conducive to the client load, unless otherwise noted by administration.
• Must be physically able to lift, support and move clients, unless otherwise noted by a physician.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Ability to treat client in a creative and independent manner.
• Must be skilled in the ability to move and transport clients.

Education/Training Experience:

• College Degree
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Alabama
• One year experience in pediatric care, preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 30 – 34 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Florence, AL 35630 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Florence, AL 35630: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $42