Qualifications :

• Graduate of an occupational therapy school accredited by the Council of Medical Education of the AMA in collaboration with the American Association of Occupational Therapists and/or by the State Department of Education in the specific state where employed.
• Registered by the Occupational Therapist Association and licensed in the state of practice if the state has registered practices.
• Has at least one (1) year appropriate experience as an OT.
• Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health. Presents a pre-employment physician’s health clearance, including negative TB skin tests and/or CXR and other tests as required by specific state statute.
• Has the ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Is self-directing and has the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Is flexible and cooperative in fulfilling the role obligations.
• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
• Is a licensed driver and has an automobile that is insured in accordance with Lorian Home Systems, Inc. of Las Vegas (LORIAN) requirements.
• Must be able to verbally communicate in the language of the client and document all client related activity practices.

Responsibilities :

• Providing treatment as ordered by the attending physician, dentist, or podiatrist.
• Assisting in developing and updating the plan of treatment.
• Assisting the physician in evaluating level of function.
• Observing, recording, and reporting information on the patient’s condition to the attending physician and in the patient’s record.
• Advising, consulting, and when appropriate, instructing family and other LORIAN personnel on patient’s therapy program.
• Teaching and supervising other health personnel when appropriate.
• Evaluating the home environment and making appropriate recommendations.
• Participating in in-service education programs.
• Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patients/clients condition and care given in accordance with LORIAN policies and procedures.

Note: Documentation must be accurate, complete, and submitted to LORIAN before visit is deemed acceptable and payable to therapist.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.