Occupational Therapist PRN with Home Health, a part of Orlando Health. One year experience as Occupational Therapist. Graduate from approved program in occupational therapy. Current license in the State of Florida renewed every two years. Must maintain BLS certification. Maintains current State of Florida Driver's License.
Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources. Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned caseload. Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as delineated in the departmental policies and procedures. Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observing safety precautions and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose. Re-evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate, and prepares written documentation as required by the department, and the care team. Recognizes and communicates when the patient has received optimal benefit from therapy. Ensures accurate billing. Adheres to State Practice Act and Standards of Practice. Able to maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Able to maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
Participates in Performance Improvement, program development, student supervision, assigned committees, safety and infection control, as required. Demonstrates an awareness of legal issues, patient right and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies. Attends
rehabilitation meetings, inservices, and any patient care meetings that are required for the assignment. Practices efficient use and selection of supplies and equipment. Instructs support personnel in their duties as necessary. Performs all other duties as assigned.
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