Occupational Therapist- Full Time! Meeker Manor

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: JOB DESCRIPTIONJob RequirementsBachelor (or higher degree) of Science in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.Successful completion of National Certification Examination for OTR.Current state licensure or license eligible.Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional developmentPhysical RequirementsPhysical demand for this job is classified as “medium work” which includesExerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionallyExerting up to 25 pounds of force frequentlyExerting up to 10 pounds of force constantlyOccasional push and pull of up to 25 poundsStanding frequentlyWalking frequentlyBending frequentlyOverhead reach infrequentlySquatting occasionallyKneeling occasionallyStanding rotation occasionallyGripping frequentlySitting occasionallyStair climbing occasionallyAverage work day is up to 8 hoursEmployee may be subject to unpredictable and hazardous patient/resident behaviorNorthwoods Rehab will provide reasonable accommodation upon request from the employee.JOB RELATIONSHIPSResponsible to and reports to the Director of Therapy/Rehab.Job ResponsibilitiesOT job description - updated 10/1/2025 Provides and directs occupational therapy services to patients including the assessment, treatment,program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functionsunderphysician’s orders. Provides occupational therapy services to patients and initiates referrals when appropriate and inaccordance with Northwoods rehab Policies and Procedures. Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment. Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation. Conductsspecialized evaluations as indicated. Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family and other team members. Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members. Develops treatment plans by identifying a target list, including short and long-term goals andmethods to achieve identified goals. Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals inaccordance with physician orders. Develops appropriate home or programming within the community to maintain and enhance theperformance of the patient in their own environment. Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services. Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient. Provides, recommends, fabricates adaptive devices or other equipment. Trains patient, family andappropriate staff in the use or application of orthotics and prosthetics. Participates in discharge planning. Supervises and directs COTAs in the implementation of the treatment plan. Supervises Rehabilitation Techs/Aides, students and volunteers. Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and individual occupationaltherapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria. Participates in patient, family and staff education. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitationprogram of the patient. Adheres to Northwoods Therapy procedures regarding documentation of occupational therapyservices. Attends in-service meetings and facility meetings as required. Provides in-service education to the members of the patients care team and education to thecommunity. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice and departmentprocedures.OT Job Description - Updated 10/1/2025 Maintains safe and clean work area and adheres to facility safety standards, as well as complyingwith all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow up of patient therapy programs. Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisor, patients, family membersand facility personnel and administration. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule for efficient patient treatments. Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required. Adheres to established confidentiality standards. Projects a positive and professional image at all times. May be asked to travel to participate in home assessments within a reasonable distance fromthe facility. Maintains passwords for the software required for position and keeps all passwords secure. Performs such other duties as assigned and as required to effectively perform the responsibilities ofthe position and are in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab.