Occupational Therapist

SUMMARY :

Collaborating closely with the Director of Vision Services and providers within the department, the Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive vision rehabilitation services to participants with vision loss. The OT will assess a participant's functional vision, develop an individualized treatment plan, and implement strategies that allows a participant to improve their ability to perform daily living activities. The OT also educates clients, families, and caregivers on adaptive techniques, assistive technology, and environmental modifications to promote safety and independence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and prepare and deliver direct services to individuals. - 80%

Conduct Evaluations : Perform comprehensive functional vision assessments and occupational performance evaluations to determine the impact of vision impairment on daily tasks.

Through EMR system, respond to any rejected claims and provide necessary details to resolve.

Work closely referring doctors, orientation and mobility specialists, vision rehabilitation therapists and the team to ensure coordinated care. Participate in the delivery of group training as needed.

Collaborate with fellow providers to maintain an understanding of current devices, tools and techniques. Pursue continuing education to maintain professional knowledge and stay informed about the latest techniques and technologies in vision rehabilitation.

Provide group instruction for classes that are Vision Services initiatives.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification is required.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS :

The OT will possess :

COMPUTER SKILLS :

Must be proficient with computers, specifically Microsoft Office, electronic medical records platforms and case management systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to participants' homes, places of recreation, community locations and workplaces to deliver services.

The employe will regularly work on a computer among case management systems, medical records systems and within Microsoft Office programs.

The OT will regularly carry a kit including assistive devices and equipment and be able to place items as appropriate in participant locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The work environment will vary based upon participant's setting and will require a high degree of flexibility, adaptability, and readiness to modify based upon location and participant preferences.

Referrals require the ability to work efficiently, with high attention to detail.

The noise level in the work environment is variable based upon the participant.