Occupational Therapist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

We are currently seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate provides for his or her patients and exceeds expectations. As an Occupational Therapist, you will work with patients who are recovering from injuries and disabilities and help them regain their abilities so that they can resume work. Duties include conducting physical assessments of clients, developing treatment plans, assessing the work and home environments of clients, and developing physical rehabilitation programs. A bachelor's in Occupational therapy and a state license are required to be considered as a candidate. To be a successful hire, you will need to have up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices and physical therapy programs.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Requirements & Skills 1

1 year of minimum experience required
Must have active in-state license & Basic Life Support Cert.
TB test completed within the last year
Physical or Health Statement completed within the last year
Drug Screen completed prior to starting
- MMR Immunization
- Hep B verification or waiver
- Criminal Background Check

Job summary 2

We are looking for a committed and patient-focused Occupational Therapist to recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with physical, mental, or developmental conditions. The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, and federal regulations and professional guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Evaluation of Patient Function with Consideration of Age-Appropriate Needs.
- Development of Treatment Plan.
- Effectively delegate tasks and supervise occupational therapist assistants and technicians.
- Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff, and hospital needs are met.

Requirements & Skills 2

Effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers are required.
Demonstrated competency in occupational therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment.
Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment required.
- Active BLS
- Valid Driver’s License
- Home Health experience required. HCHB EMR experience preferred.

Job summary 3

The Occupational Therapist provides for treating physical impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, and/or changes in physical function associated with a patient’s health status. The treatment and intervention provided are by the patient’s plan of care, accepted professional standards of occupational therapy practice, applicable law and regulation, as well as policies, procedures, and clinical pathways.

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Requirements & Skills 3

Current licensure or certification, if applicable, as an occupational therapist in the state(s) in which he/she will practice.
A graduate of an occupational therapy education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), or its successor organizations of ACOTE and is eligible to take, or has completed the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
In the last five (5) years, two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist that is relevant to the patient population assigned preferred.

Job summary 4

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide direct patient care services to individuals that facilitate progress toward performance-based goals in a supportive, team-oriented environment by the principles and practices of occupational therapy. Our occupational therapists have the opportunity to evaluate and treat patients with a variety of medical needs located throughout the facility including ICU/CCU, orthopedics, medical/surgical, NICU, PICU, ED, and others.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Perform appropriate occupational therapy evaluations, implement and manage an individualized evidence-based patient plan of care according to physician orders
Documenting patient progress daily and adjusting treatment plans as necessary
Accurately bill for services provided CMS guidelines
Openly communicate with case management to assist with throughput
- Assess patients’ needs and used devices such as walkers, shower chairs, bedside commodes, splints, ADL equipment, etc.
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers to maintain continuity of care and focus on patient goals
- Maintain productivity standards

Requirements & Skills 4

Minimum Education: BS degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
Minimum Experience: One year of previous experience in inpatient, outpatient, and/or home health settings preferred.
Certification/Licensure: Current eligible Therapist license and Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR). CPR required.

Job summary 5

A licensed professional who provides coordinated care to patients of all age groups. Plansimplements and evaluates patients' care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Evaluated occupational roles and occupational performance of patients with physical, psychosocial, and/or cognitive impairments. Provides intervention to deficits and elicits responses. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA)
Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs
Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients
Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payors
Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary
- Teaches client/family disease process and treatments needed.
- Documents prepares, and completes a Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis, including identification of therapy barriers and desired outcomes and goal setting; revises the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data; plans for discharge of patient
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Requirements & Skills 5

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
Current State License as an Occupational Therapist
Valid Driver's License.
Current CPR, negative TB screen, and Hepatitis consent/declination
Two years experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.
- Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of durable medical equipment

Job summary 6

An Occupational Therapist will implement treatment programs to assist pediatric patients with physical, cognitive, and social/emotional disabilities or delays by planning and administering occupational therapy in the home and community.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Providing quality care and meeting the needs of the patient and family by performing evaluations and interpreting assessment results; developing goals appropriate to the child; creating and implementing occupational therapy treatment plans in conjunction with the physician.
Assisting pediatric patients to develop or regain physical, social/emotional, and/or cognitive functioning and improve their level of independence by implementing skilled interventions to maximize the potential of each child.
Participating in educating, coaching, and empowering caregivers and families to develop skills to carry over therapeutic activities into the child's daily routine.
- Assuring continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs
- Documenting patient care services and care coordination in an intuitive electronic medical record system.
- Maintaining patient confidence by keeping information confidential.

Requirements & Skills 6

Currently licensed as a Registered Occupational Therapist
Current Health certification per state regulation
Current CPR
- Valid Auto insurance
- Current CPR certification
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience

Job summary 7

An Occupational Therapist provides evaluative, consultative, and treatment interventions to all patients referred by a licensed physician. Maintains effective communication with healthcare center staff, patients, families, and other customers.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Completes Evaluations, Assessments, and treatments accurately, including all documentation/records, according to policy and the individualized care plan in a timely and accurate manner.
Follows established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice.
Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care showing initiative and sound judgment.
Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changes in workload and assists with training/orienting others.
Provides a clean, safe environment with well-stocked supplies and functioning equipment. Has current knowledge of proper equipment usage.
Observes uniform code or dress guidelines and wears ID badges at all times.
- Fosters teamwork environment and is supportive of cultural diversity.
- Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
- Accepts responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.

Requirements & Skills 7

Valid professional license in State of practice
Graduate of ACOTE accredited school and eligible to take or has passed the NBCOT exams (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy). If foreign-trained, must meet the same qualifications as U.S. educational program requirements.
Demonstrate a strong sense of quality, work ethic, and flexibility. Always representing the organization positively and professionally.
Demonstrates the ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in routine and emergencies. Knowledge of established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment. Follow established safety regulations, including fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.
Expresses thoughts clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
Develops good rapport easily with patients, families, partners, and customers; exhibiting a helpful and courteous attitude at all times.
- General proficiency in computer usage especially Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical record reporting following HIPAA regulations.
- Maintains self-direction, able to prioritize demonstrating excellent time management to obtain outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.
- Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast of changes in your field as well as to maintain your current license/certification, as required.

Job summary 8

As an Occupational Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, allowing them to receive medical care.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
Perform thorough evaluations of the patient’s functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, and ADL and IADL performance.
Assess cognitive, psychological, and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.
Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
Identify equipment needs and environmental adaptations resulting in enhanced outcomes for clients.
- Continually assess and revise the occupational therapy care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
- Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other patient representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety, and independent living.
- Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations about patient care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touchpad tablet.

Requirements & Skills 8

A current Occupational Therapist license.
Prior home care experience preferred, but not required
A minimum of one year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the AOTA, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

Job summary 9

We are actively seeking an Occupational Therapist.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Develops joint plan with family and recommends strategies utilizing evidence-based practices and following the Natural Learning Environment Practices
Assessment of children’s developmental needs for individualized planning
Provides families with information, skills, and support related to enhancing their child’s development
Includes direct activities with the child designed to enhance the child’s development in one or more domains, including cognition, adaptive functions, social/emotional skills, physical development, and communication
Adaption of the environment to meet child/family needs in play, sensory, and/or feeding development.
Completes necessary documentation to facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources
- Attends mandatory in-service training sessions and monthly team meetings
- Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all staff and clients we serve
- Comply with all Federal and State regulations

Requirements & Skills 9

Valid Driver’s License
Valid OT License
- Registered with American Occupational Therapy Association
- Knowledgeable of infant and toddler development
- Candidates for employment are required to pass drug screening

Job summary 10

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

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Requirements & Skills 10

Must be licensed.
Must have graduated from an OT program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (“ACOTE”) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (“AOTA) or any successor organization of ACOTE.
Must be eligible for or have taken the OT certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (“NBCOT”).
Two years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured by state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

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