The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for performing student evaluations, developing and providing therapy services, and documenting services in accordance with the plan of care developed for each student. This position starts at $55.00/hr, 32+ hours a week, and is temp-permanent.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides skilled occupational therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders
Regularly reevaluates student for rehabilitation needs, and works in collaboration with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to modify the plan of care as appropriate
Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each student
Assesses student's needs, plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of Occupational Therapy Interventions
Instructs student/family/caregivers on the student's total occupational therapy program
Advises, consults and instructs members of the multi-disciplinary team in specific occupational therapy modalities
Observes and reports student progress and/or changes in student status to the physician and appropriate multi-disciplinary team members
Directs OT treatment and develops occupational therapy plan of care
Refers individuals to other disciplines as deemed appropriate and as approved by the physician
Reports reaction to treatment and adverse signs and symptoms to the physician, building/district nurse and the parents/caregivers
Teaches new skills or retrains students in once-familiar daily activities that have become difficult or unfamiliar due to illness or injury
Establishes equipment needs to facilitate independent functioning
Instructs student and family/caregiver in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function; ensures equipment is in good working order
Trains student and family/caregiver in use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices
Provides accurate and timely documentation according to the plan of care
Participates in IEP conferences or other meetings as required to ensure coordination of health services (if applicable)
Prepares and submits clinical progress-summary based on the progress of goals
Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants according to company policies/procedures and State regulations
Complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding professional standards and practice standards
May fabricate splints and instruct individual and/or family/caregiver in the use, application and benefits
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Rhode Island
One (1) year of prior professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred
Pediatrics experience preferred but not required
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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