Therapist / Occupational Therapy / Virginia / OT / OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Job - Aureus Medical Group
Newport News, VA 23601
About the Job
Embraces the Select Medical Way and Core Values of the Company:
We deliver superior quality in all that we do.
We treat others as they would like to be treated.
We are results oriented and achieve our objectives.
We are team players.
We are resourceful in overcoming obstacles.
One of our 4 Key organizational results is to Keep our Patients and Each Other Safe:
Select Medical is an organization where patient safety and employee safety are a priority. This focus on safety is applicable to all business lines and levels of care. To those of us who work for Select Medical these are more than words. Putting safety first allows us to provide superior care for our patients and provides a work environment where each employee is expected to take care of themselves and each other by making safe choices using equipment provided identifying work place hazards adhering to safety policies and procedures and reporting risks or hazards as soon as possible.
Promotes Patient and Employee Safety Focused on 10 Foot Circle of Safety and displays safety awareness in all of the below key areas:
Safe Patient Handling
Materials Handling
Infectious Diseases
Slips/Trips and Falls
Work Environment
Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of personal appearance attendance and punctuality.
Assesses patients level of functioning upon physician orders. Plans and implements the appropriate treatment based upon assessment.
Participates in the interdisciplinary team process.
Participates in discharge planning for each patient including placement patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
Completes appropriate documentation according to Department policy and procedures.
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants. Supervises OT and COTA students in the application of theory and techniques of Occupational Therapy. Assists with new staff orientation. Supervises students or other staff members competently.
Displays a customer service attitude toward patients visitors and other staff members at all times.
Promotes an ethic of continuous quality improvement in all matters associated with the position and documents specific quality assurance implementation.
Is effective efficient and appropriate in evaluating each patient. Completes initial evaluation in the patients chart according to policy. Evaluates appropriate areas based on the patients diagnosis and information gathered from the medical record. Selects and accurately administers appropriate evaluation procedures.
Bases individualized treatment plan on results of the evaluation process along with patient and family stated goals.
Seeks out resource materials and utilizes fellow staff members for treatment ideas and techniques appropriate to the patient.
Communicates with patients and/or family members at their level of understanding.
Shows initiative to collaborate with other team members to provide the best patient care.
Completes proper coverage information for scheduled absences.
Completes all necessary documentation. Completes daily progress notes within defined timeframe. Written independent treatment program and/or family caregiver training recommendations provided as appropriate and documented when not appropriate.
Maintains flexibility in scheduling patients and is cooperative in resolving conflicts.
Shows an interest and understanding of importance for all scheduled conferences. Attends team conferences. Provides pertinent information and collaborates with team members in an appropriate manner.
Goes through all the appropriate steps in the discharge planning process. Properly issues or recommends equipment to patient/family member and documents it when appropriate. Documents training and use of equipment with patient and/or family. Documents discharge disposition. Reflects discharge plan in treatment plan. Discusses discharge plans at staff meetings with patient and/or family and at family conferences.
Demonstrates good safety techniques regarding patient self others and equipment.
Observes patient confidentiality.
Instills confidence in team members patients and families.
Budgets time and sets priorities.
Performs all other duties as assigned.Position: TherapistSpecialty/Modality: Occupational TherapyLicenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Occupational Therapist-Virginia, NPI NUMBERPhysical Abilities: From 50-100lbsFor the most prompt response, please APPLY ONLINE.As always, there is never a fee for candidates to utilize our services.EEO/Veteran/Disability Employer Apply online today Whether you crave new experiences, adventure, or professional challenges, we offer endless opportunities in exciting destinations. Our Therapy Division specializes in the placement of physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy professionals in national contract (travel), local contract, and direct-hire opportunities nationwide. Most importantly, were here when you need us, 24/7. Not all staffing companies are alike. Experience the Aureus difference.
We deliver superior quality in all that we do.
We treat others as they would like to be treated.
We are results oriented and achieve our objectives.
We are team players.
We are resourceful in overcoming obstacles.
One of our 4 Key organizational results is to Keep our Patients and Each Other Safe:
Select Medical is an organization where patient safety and employee safety are a priority. This focus on safety is applicable to all business lines and levels of care. To those of us who work for Select Medical these are more than words. Putting safety first allows us to provide superior care for our patients and provides a work environment where each employee is expected to take care of themselves and each other by making safe choices using equipment provided identifying work place hazards adhering to safety policies and procedures and reporting risks or hazards as soon as possible.
Promotes Patient and Employee Safety Focused on 10 Foot Circle of Safety and displays safety awareness in all of the below key areas:
Safe Patient Handling
Materials Handling
Infectious Diseases
Slips/Trips and Falls
Work Environment
Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of personal appearance attendance and punctuality.
Assesses patients level of functioning upon physician orders. Plans and implements the appropriate treatment based upon assessment.
Participates in the interdisciplinary team process.
Participates in discharge planning for each patient including placement patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
Completes appropriate documentation according to Department policy and procedures.
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants. Supervises OT and COTA students in the application of theory and techniques of Occupational Therapy. Assists with new staff orientation. Supervises students or other staff members competently.
Displays a customer service attitude toward patients visitors and other staff members at all times.
Promotes an ethic of continuous quality improvement in all matters associated with the position and documents specific quality assurance implementation.
Is effective efficient and appropriate in evaluating each patient. Completes initial evaluation in the patients chart according to policy. Evaluates appropriate areas based on the patients diagnosis and information gathered from the medical record. Selects and accurately administers appropriate evaluation procedures.
Bases individualized treatment plan on results of the evaluation process along with patient and family stated goals.
Seeks out resource materials and utilizes fellow staff members for treatment ideas and techniques appropriate to the patient.
Communicates with patients and/or family members at their level of understanding.
Shows initiative to collaborate with other team members to provide the best patient care.
Completes proper coverage information for scheduled absences.
Completes all necessary documentation. Completes daily progress notes within defined timeframe. Written independent treatment program and/or family caregiver training recommendations provided as appropriate and documented when not appropriate.
Maintains flexibility in scheduling patients and is cooperative in resolving conflicts.
Shows an interest and understanding of importance for all scheduled conferences. Attends team conferences. Provides pertinent information and collaborates with team members in an appropriate manner.
Goes through all the appropriate steps in the discharge planning process. Properly issues or recommends equipment to patient/family member and documents it when appropriate. Documents training and use of equipment with patient and/or family. Documents discharge disposition. Reflects discharge plan in treatment plan. Discusses discharge plans at staff meetings with patient and/or family and at family conferences.
Demonstrates good safety techniques regarding patient self others and equipment.
Observes patient confidentiality.
Instills confidence in team members patients and families.
Budgets time and sets priorities.
Performs all other duties as assigned.Position: TherapistSpecialty/Modality: Occupational TherapyLicenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Occupational Therapist-Virginia, NPI NUMBERPhysical Abilities: From 50-100lbsFor the most prompt response, please APPLY ONLINE.As always, there is never a fee for candidates to utilize our services.EEO/Veteran/Disability Employer Apply online today Whether you crave new experiences, adventure, or professional challenges, we offer endless opportunities in exciting destinations. Our Therapy Division specializes in the placement of physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy professionals in national contract (travel), local contract, and direct-hire opportunities nationwide. Most importantly, were here when you need us, 24/7. Not all staffing companies are alike. Experience the Aureus difference.
Source : Aureus Medical Group
