Occupational therapist
Company: Innovage
Location: Pueblo
Posted on: September 19, 2023
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Job Description:
The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides occupational therapy
evaluations and treatment plans to participants. All participant
care provided is in accordance with applicable InnovAge policies
and state regulations.Provides clinical occupational therapy
evaluation and treatment on an acute, restorative and maintenance
level to program participants.Assesses condition, creates a
treatment plan and discusses implementation of therapy with
participant or caretaker(s).Integrates occupational therapy
treatment plan in the team Plan of Care (POC).Assists in the
ordering, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of durable
medical equipment for participants.Makes home visits/educational
sessions as needed and indicated in the POC, and documents
activities including participant/caregiver response in
participant's chart.Educates participants and family members in
proper care and use of various supports and exercise programs in
addition to the use of durable medical equipment (DME).Administers
treatment program per referral from assessments from the
interdisciplinary team (IDT)Instructs family members, caregivers,
and staff in methods to maximize safety and functional abilities in
performing Activities of Daily Living (ADL) with documentation in
medical record notes.Evaluates charts and reports on participant's
progress to appropriate staff.Documents occupational therapy
services provided and performs department record-keeping in keeping
within documentation requirements.Performs data collection,
prepares reports and maintains any necessary participant
statistics.Assists in recommending policies and procedures in the
area of occupational therapy.Assists the physician or intermediate
care provider in evaluating level of function, helps develop the
plan of care and revise as necessary.Participates in in-service
programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.Participates
with all other health care personnel in patient care
planning.Performs all skilled occupational therapy procedures as
ordered by physician.Writes reports to physicians regarding
patient's progress.Attends all staff meetings and patient care
conferences as scheduled.Completes a discharge summary upon
completion of therapy services.Prepares and submits patient
evaluations, clinical and progress notes in a timely manner as
outlined in Agency policy.Immediately reports any patient
incidents/variances or complaints.Participates in peer review and
QM activities as requested.Participates in utilization review of
medical records as assigned.Adheres to Agency standards and
consistently interprets and accurately performs all assigned
responsibilities.Reports all incomplete work assignments to
appropriate member of clinical management staffWork in
collaboration with InnovAge nursing home and assisted living staff
regarding the occupational therapy needs of participants who are
their residents.Conduct and participates in clinic educational
programs.Performs data collection, prepares reports and maintains
any necessary participant statistics.Maintains therapy department
in a clean and orderly manner and oversees the maintenance of
therapy equipment.Maintains the quality assurance, safety,
environmental and infection control programsFulfills the
documentation requirements and department record-keeping of OT
services provided as set by InnovAge programsAttends Morning
Meetings, mini teams and family meetings and forwards all
information to the Primary OT if no other OT is available or if
assigned by the Primary OTParticipates within the interdisciplinary
team in the formulation of Plans of Care for InnovAge PACE program
participants, as well as in other interdisciplinary team settings
that plan, coordinate and monitor the care of InnovAge PACE program
participants.Performs other duties as assigned.REQUIREDGraduate of
an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the
Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the
American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy
Association (AOTA)Bachelors in (OT), Masters in OT (MOT), Doctorate
in OT (OTD)National Certification by the American Occupational
Therapy Association or eligible for National Registration
Examination of the American Occupational Therapy
Association.Registration with state in which practicingRequires
state issued driver's license, personal transportation, good
driving record and auto insurance as required by lawA minimum of
one year experience working with the frail or elderly is
required.PREFERREDTwo (2) years' experience, preferredA minimum of
one year of general occupational therapy experience in a geriatric
setting preferred InnovAge's Program of All-inclusive Care for the
Elderly (PACE) is an alternative to nursing facilities. Seniors
receive customized healthcare and social support at a nearby PACE
center supported by a team of medical experts dedicated to
providing personalized healthcare and support to help them age at
home. Our greatest assets are our team members who make a
difference in the lives of those we serve every day. ---Elevate
your future with co-workers passionate about a patient-centered
care model supported by comprehensive services to improve the
quality of care while reducing over-utilization of high-cost care
settings.As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
InnovAge is committed to and values an inclusive and diverse
workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin,
disability or protected veteran status, pregnancy or any other
status prohibited by applicable law. Salary ranges are dependent on
a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and
geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or
benefits. Comprehensive benefits include m/d/v, short and long-term
disability, life insurance and add, supplemental life insurance,
flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and
company paid holidays. Salary Range MinimumUSD $41.00/Hr. Salary
Range MaximumUSD $44.00/Hr.
Keywords: Innovage, Pueblo , Occupational therapist, Healthcare , Pueblo, Colorado
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