Occupational Therapist (Weekend)
Pasadena Post Acute · Pasadena, TX
- On site
- Part-time
- $75,000 / year
- Pasadena, TX
Job highlights
- Evaluate and treat patients within 24 hours.
- Develop and execute treatment plans.
- Supervise therapy assistants and aides.
- Maintain patient records and documentation.
- Instruct families and staff on care.
About the role
Occupational Therapist (Weekend)
General Purpose
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties
- Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
- Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
- Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
- Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
- Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
- Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
- Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
- Participate in discharge planning.
- Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy.
- Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills
- Ability to read technical procedures.
- Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to solve practical problems.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state.
- Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
- Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands
The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Additional Information
Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Key skills/competency
- Patient Evaluation
- Treatment Planning
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Documentation
- Communication
- Supervision
- Rehabilitation
- Caregiver Training
- Durable Medical Equipment
- Problem Solving
Skills & topics
- Occupational Therapist
- Therapy
- Rehabilitation
- Patient Care
- Weekend Shift
- Healthcare
- OT
- COTA
- Casamba
- Point Click Care
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your OT license and experience with Casamba/Point Click Care.
- Showcase patient care skills: Emphasize your ability to evaluate, treat, and document effectively.
- Demonstrate supervisory experience: Detail your experience supervising COTAs, aides, or students.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss patient scenarios and problem-solving approaches.
- Express weekend availability: Clearly state your willingness to work weekends for this role.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the weekend hours for the Occupational Therapist position at Pasadena Post Acute?
- While the job title specifies 'Weekend', the exact hours for the Occupational Therapist role at Pasadena Post Acute are not detailed in the description. It's recommended to clarify weekend shift requirements during the application or interview process.
- What specific EMR systems are used by Pasadena Post Acute for Occupational Therapists?
- Pasadena Post Acute utilizes Casamba and Point Click Care for their occupational therapy documentation. Proficiency in these systems is listed as a requirement for this role.
- Does Pasadena Post Acute require a Master's or Doctorate for their Occupational Therapist?
- Pasadena Post Acute prefers candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, with a preference for those who have completed a Master's or Doctorate program. A Bachelor's degree is the minimum educational requirement.
- What is the physical demand for an Occupational Therapist at Pasadena Post Acute?
- The role involves frequent standing, walking, reaching, and pushing/pulling. It also requires exerting significant force to move objects and occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- How important is direct patient interaction for this Occupational Therapist role?
- Direct patient interaction is central to this role, as it involves evaluating, treating patients, instructing families and staff, and participating in patient care conferences.
- What supervisory responsibilities does the Occupational Therapist have at Pasadena Post Acute?
- The Occupational Therapist is responsible for supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), aides, and students in direct patient care and related activities.
- Are there opportunities for professional development as an Occupational Therapist at Pasadena Post Acute?
- The role includes participating in in-service training programs for facility staff. Employees must also meet continuing education requirements per state practice acts to maintain licensure.
- What is the typical patient population served by Pasadena Post Acute's Occupational Therapists?
- Based on the job description, the patients are likely individuals undergoing rehabilitation and requiring assistance with mobility and daily living activities to prepare for discharge.