Occupational Therapist [PRN]

Job DetailsJob Location: Oaks - POTEAU, OK 74953Job Shift: AnyNOVO (Latin for renew/rejuvenate) Rehabilitation is a faith-based therapy company in search of therapists who represent our six core values: compassion, selflessness, integrity, positivity, reliability, and self-starter.

NOVO Rehabilitation is here to provide the highest quality therapy services to the community, specifically the geriatric population. Our residents will become your family as we seek to infuse happiness into the lives of those we serve daily. You will make a difference at NOVO by not only adding years to residents’ lives, but also by adding life to their years.

Mission Statement

We shepherd people for the glory of God.

Company Overview

Every employee is a Shepherd. Above all else, Shepherds are stewards of the people and resources entrusted to them. Shepherds feed and care for all people consistent with the Fruit of the Spirit (Gal 5:22, Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control). Our supreme example of a Shepherd is "The Good Shepherd", Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for initiating and fulfilling a plan of care targeted around activities of daily living for bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and/or feeing, improving the overall safety of the resident, and enhancing their quality of life with their desired ADLs and functional mobility.

Provides quality occupational therapy services and recognizes referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, company procedures, therapy department procedures, and productivity standards

Evaluates and obtains data necessary to ensure the plan of care reflects the safety and overall well-being of the individual

Provides ongoing supervision for Occupational Therapy Assistants as agreed upon through board certified Form 5 to ensure justification for the need of skilled services and proper implementation of plan of care

Educates/coordinates with the patient, family, outside contractors, and/or staff as needed regarding appropriate occupational therapy techniques to allow carryover of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities

Completes required daily treatment notes, progress notes, recertifications, and discharges to justify skilled necessity and to ensure best quality of care per Medicare guidelines

QualificationsRequirements

Master’s degree or higher from an occupational therapist accredited program

Must have passing score on the NBCOT exam

Current, active licensure in the state of OK

Uphold state required CEU’s in order to maintain good standing with the board

Must be able to complete documentation efficiently to meet reimbursement and regulatory requirements

Therapeutic experience in older adults across multiple diagnostic groups is preferred

Valid driver’s license, and an automobile in good working condition with appropriate insurance coverage in accordance with state laws

Respectful, open communication with other team members, clients, and families