Treats residents who have been referred to occupational therapy by the resident’s physician on written order. Identifies residents by diagnosis or observation or staff referral who may benefit from therapy and requests orders for evaluation and treatment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Reviews referrals for occupational therapy and physician’s orders; performs evaluations, sets goals, devises treatment plans, and implements treatments based on diagnosis, resident'’ condition and rehabilitative prognosis. Makes recommendations, sends progress notes, and consults with the physician, as necessary.
+ Maintains proper documentation in medical record including evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and treatment logs. Provides information for care planning, MDS, and quality assurance.
+ Supervises occupational therapist assistants concerning the carrying out of treatment programs.