***$5000 SIGN ON BONUS! $10K for 2-year commitment!*** We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our in-house healthcare team. As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in helping patients achieve their goals and improve their overall quality of life.
Who We Are
Great Plains Post Acute Care is part of PACS Group, Inc. PACS Post Acute elevates post-acute care across the country (200 facilities) by delivering clinical excellence and personalized care and by honing operational effectiveness.
Mission
To revolutionize the delivery, leadership, and quality of post-acute care nationally.
Values
Love. We recognize that love is the foundation for providing care to the vulnerable. We support our clients as they build a culture of loving care within and beyond their communities.
Excellence
We look for and act on opportunities to improve every day.
Trust
We act with integrity and expect the same of others.
Accountability
We seek responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
Mutual Respect
We treat others the way they want to be treated.
Fun
We create and instill fun and enjoyment in everything we do.
As our occupational therapist you will get to play a key role in:
Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral.
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 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.
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.
Qualification Education and/or Experience
Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Must always maintain a license in good standing with the state board.