OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST I OP (Full Time, Autism Center, Lynchburg, VA)

$10,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS!

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• This role is for Pediatric Autism The Occupational Therapist I OP (Entry / Competent) is responsible for the assessment and treatment of the patient’s physical, visual and cognitive skills to restore and / or maintain maximum functional performance for home, work, and school environments.
• Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) guidelines.
• Administers occupational therapy treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to AOTA guidelines.
• Documents and charges for patient care services in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Completes progress notes / recertification to demonstrate the need for continues skilled services as outlined by federal, state, and insurance regulations.
• Completes discharge planning according to AOTA guidelines by consulting with physicians, PT, SLP and with the patient / family.
• Completes peer to peer review and required forms for obtaining authorization for services.
• Meets productivity / KPI targets.
• Completion of yearly mandatory education for employment and VA licensure.

Competent Staff :

Required Education : Graduate of an accredited OT program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Program) Preferred Education : None Required Experience : None Preferred Experience : 1 year experience in a outpatient setting.

Required Certifications and Licensures : Current Virginia OT licensure.

BLS Certification Preferred Certifications and Licensures : None