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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Outpatient

Henderson, North Carolina

Req ID 7460-9012 Post Date May. 24, 2024 CategoryTherapists FacilityMaria Parham Health
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Maria Parham Health

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.

Where We Are:

Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region’s largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Robust employee recognition and awards programs

· And much more…

 

Position Summary

Provides occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.

Reports to: Occupational Therapy Lead and Rehab Services Director

 

Responsibilities of the Position

Areas of Responsibility: Outpatient Occupational Therapy

Completes evaluations, treatments, and discharges for patients in an outpatient rehab setting.

Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team of providers to provide optimal patient care across a variety of diagnoses.

Provides quality and timely documentation reflecting medical necessity and patient progression towards goals.

Coverage of acute/inpatient rehab as needed.

Submission of insurance prior authorizations as required.

Independently manages busy caseload, asking for assistance and direction when needed.

Works with Lead Occupational Therapist for development of weekend, holiday, and vacation schedule. Coverage to be provided as determined by Lead Occupational Therapist.

Works alongside other rehab staff (Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathologists, Athletic Trainers, Rehab Techs, and front office staff) to ensure patient treatments are completed and other departmental, hospital and patient needs are met.

Participates in departmental and hospital wide Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.

Participates in monthly discipline and departmental meetings.

Ensures compliance with licensing requirements, continuing education, and documentation requirements (including CMS, Joint Commission, Medicaid, etc.)

Other duties as assigned.


Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree is required.

 

Certifications/Licenses

License: North Carolina Occupational Therapist License

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Health Association required within 30 dates of hire.

 

Required Skills

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Thorough knowledge of occupational therapy services in outpatient, inpatient rehab, and acute care.

 

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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