Relief Occupational Therapist
Swcenter, Roanoke, VA, United States
Job Duties
Establishes skilled OT treatment plans for residents; conducts skilled OT services to residents once treatment plans are made including but not limited to physical agent modalities, therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, ADL training, positioning and use of orthopedic and adaptive equipment. Passes residents on to therapy assistants for treatment and supervises and collaborates with assistants on an ongoing basis throughout treatment duration.
Completes all required documentation in accordance with departmental agency and state policies; completes all required documentation related to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement in accordance with departmental and agency policies. Ensures assessments are completed within established timeframes and that cost information is forwarded to the appropriate sources in a timely manner.
Provides training for OT‑related services implemented by non‑OT staff as assigned or as necessary; provides in‑service training to departmental staff on topics relevant to departmental goals as assigned; attends and successfully completes all mandatory training as scheduled.
Reviews medical records to collect data that is relevant to the assessment as assigned and instructed; gathers additional assessment information through interviews of client, staff, and family as assigned. Completes initial evaluation and subsequent re‑certifications as needed.
Attends department and other meetings. May conduct department meetings as assigned and completes ancillary documentation and communication. Follows all safety rules and regulations. Initiates and recommends appropriate corrective action necessary when violations are seen. Maintains clean and safe environments ensuring orderly work area throughout the unit. Ensures fall prevention devices/care plans are followed and interventions are in place. Recommends purchase of new equipment; maintains OT, personal office space and equipment in a safe and clean manner; serves on committees as designated by supervisor; completes special projects as instructed and assigned.
All other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
Minimum Qualifications
The employee should possess knowledge of occupational therapy and developmental disabilities; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, staff, families and community personnel. Ability to use computer application software. Ability to lead and coordinate work of the rehab department, and cross‑functional departments as needed.
Legal & Inclusion Statements
The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service‑Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022 and February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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Establishes skilled OT treatment plans for residents; conducts skilled OT services to residents once treatment plans are made including but not limited to physical agent modalities, therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, ADL training, positioning and use of orthopedic and adaptive equipment. Passes residents on to therapy assistants for treatment and supervises and collaborates with assistants on an ongoing basis throughout treatment duration.
Completes all required documentation in accordance with departmental agency and state policies; completes all required documentation related to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement in accordance with departmental and agency policies. Ensures assessments are completed within established timeframes and that cost information is forwarded to the appropriate sources in a timely manner.
Provides training for OT‑related services implemented by non‑OT staff as assigned or as necessary; provides in‑service training to departmental staff on topics relevant to departmental goals as assigned; attends and successfully completes all mandatory training as scheduled.
Reviews medical records to collect data that is relevant to the assessment as assigned and instructed; gathers additional assessment information through interviews of client, staff, and family as assigned. Completes initial evaluation and subsequent re‑certifications as needed.
Attends department and other meetings. May conduct department meetings as assigned and completes ancillary documentation and communication. Follows all safety rules and regulations. Initiates and recommends appropriate corrective action necessary when violations are seen. Maintains clean and safe environments ensuring orderly work area throughout the unit. Ensures fall prevention devices/care plans are followed and interventions are in place. Recommends purchase of new equipment; maintains OT, personal office space and equipment in a safe and clean manner; serves on committees as designated by supervisor; completes special projects as instructed and assigned.
All other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
Minimum Qualifications
The employee should possess knowledge of occupational therapy and developmental disabilities; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, staff, families and community personnel. Ability to use computer application software. Ability to lead and coordinate work of the rehab department, and cross‑functional departments as needed.
Legal & Inclusion Statements
The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service‑Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022 and February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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