Overview
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HealthPro Heritage has a great Occupational Therapist Opportunity for our assisted living community in Albany, NY! We provide therapy M-TH, no evenings or weekends.
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Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
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n - Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
n - Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
n - Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
n - Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
n - Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
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Join Us in Making a Difference
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At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
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Responsibilities
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1. Review available resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
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2. Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized procedures. Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs.
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3. Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals.
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4. Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records.
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5. Enter a progress note in the resident record following each treatment session.
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6. Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
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7. Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
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8. Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff members are working with residents.
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9. Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedure.
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10. Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident's use of functional abilities.
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11. Establish and instruct resident and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
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12. Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
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13. Attend and participate or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problem or needs.
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14. Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
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15. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.
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16. Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, resident/referral source satisfaction surveys, safety activities and regulatory requirements.
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17. Act in compliance with Heritage Healthcare’s regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
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18. Provide input to the Rehabilitation Manager on clinical performance of assistants as requested and appropriate.
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19. Promote the programs and services of Heritage Healthcare through formal and informal interactions with the community.
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20. Adhere to company and facility policies and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
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21. Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to residents.
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22. Understands reimbursement by various payers and allocates therapy resources efficiently in accordance with resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.
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23. Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination Policy and third party reimbursement guidelines.
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24. Support the company’s commitment to Compassionate Care; project a professional image to foster confidence in the Rehab Program.
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25. Perform duties in an independent manner and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping
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26. Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities
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INDCLIN
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Qualifications
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1. Bachelor/Masters of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
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2. Current license/certification in the state of practice.
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3. Prefer supervision, training and/or experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.
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4. Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization.
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5. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
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6. Demonstrated ability to assess resident needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care.
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7. Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
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8. Ability to complete the following activities safely, and at times, for prolonged periods:
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• Standing: Maintaining an upright position on the feet, especially for prolonged periods of time
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• Pushing: Applying pressure and exerting force against an object for the purpose of moving it forward or away from the source of the force – push or pull force up to 35 lbs.
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• Lifting: Raising an object from a lower to a higher position, or moving an object laterally, from position to position-Required to lift up to 50 lbs of force independently. May be required to lift over 50 lbs with assistance of another person or a mechanical lift
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• Stooping: Bending the body forward and down from the waist, hips and knees, sometimes for a prolonged length of time.
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• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction away from the body
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• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or moving surfaces