Occupational Therapist
Location: Reno Nevada
Description: Maxim Healthcare Services is in need of Occupational Therapist right now, this job will be placed in Nevada. For detail informations about this job opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Maxim Healthcare Services is current seeking an Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing and documenting therapy services in accordance with care developed for each individual patient in a! ccordance with physician's orders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Evaluates patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc), evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers for more independent living, identifies equipment needs, participates in the development of the total plan of care
For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Maxim policy
Teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury
Instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function
Train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices
Prepares and submits clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals
Prov! ides in-services education programs for nursing personnel as n! eeded
Participates in peer consultation process
Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
Maxim Healthcare Services is one of the leading providers of medical staffing, home health and wellness services in the United States. Founded in 1988, Maxim has rapidly expanded to include 12 divisions and over 400 branch offices in 44 states and the District of Columbia. We have earned a position as an innovative leader in the healthcare industry through our emphasis on quality patient care, compliance initiatives and customer service. Today, Maxim is one of the largest privately owned companies in our industry.
Maxim has committed itself to achieving exemplary corporate citizenship, best practices of effective corporate governance, the highest levels of integrity and professionalism, integrity in the operation of federal healthcare programs, and a culture of openness, accountability and compliance throughou! t Maxim.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state
Complies with accepted professional standards and practice
One year prior professional Occupational Therapy experience, home care experience preferred
Current CPR
PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Successful completion of Maxim screening examinations with a score of 80% or greater
Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency Program
Our company is committed to maintaining a challenging environment that promotes personal accountability, personal growth, and an active role in the driving vision of the company. We offer competitive pay, full benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as 401(k), 529 college savings plan, basic life insurance with the option of supplemental and 17 days paid time off in addition to holidays. To learn more about Maxim Healthcare Services, please visit our webs! ite www.maximhealthcare.com and APPLY ONLINE at www.joinmaxim.com .
EOE/AAE
- Does not apply to CA residents. CA residents are eligible for 10 vacation days and 7 sick days.
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If you were eligible to this job, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Maxim Healthcare Services.
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This job starts available on: Sun, 05 May 2013 23:18:42 GMT