Quality Assurance Reg Ther V -Carlsbad career at Dept of Aging & Disability Svc in Carlsbad

Dept of Aging & Disability Svc is presently looking of Quality Assurance Reg Ther V -Carlsbad on Mon, 24 Feb 2014 18:08:54 GMT. Neglect Reporting System (CANRS) checks 4. Employee Misconduct Registry and Nurse/Aide Registry checks. Males between the ages of 18 â€" 25 must be registered...

Quality Assurance Reg Ther V -Carlsbad

Location: Carlsbad Texas

Description: Dept of Aging & Disability Svc is presently looking of Quality Assurance Reg Ther V -Carlsbad right now, this career will be placed in Texas. More details about this career opportunity kindly read the description below. Occupational Therapist (OT) or Physical Therapist (PT) - San Angelo

Starting Salary for this position: $7,083.33month

Registered Therapist V in Dad’s provides highly advanced therapeutic habilitation services in the areas of Occupational and Physical therapy. Work involves performing or overseeing habilita! tion testing, programming, diagnosis, and reporting clinical services that may involve evaluation and treatment of dysphasia (swallowing disorders and food textures); wound care; circulatory studies; evaluation and fabrication of orthopedic equipment, seating, and mobility devices; and other specialized modalities utilized in the treatment of individuals with multiple physical disabilities and serious medical conditions. This position plans, develops and implements complex physical nutritional management programs and treatment protocols to treat, improve, or maintain consumer's level of health and function. This position reviews and analyzes assessments, progress reports, incident reports, and medical consults. The Registered therapist V participates in quality assurance and quality enhancement activities related to provision of therapeutic services at the local and state level and participates in decisions involving facility policy and procedures. This position oversees th! e coordination of the student internships or other educational! /programs and may conduct research in therapeutic outcomes/practice. This position plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others. The RT V works independently with minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Administers and interprets assessment, interviews individuals/staff and recommends treatment plan and renders therapeutic treatments to consumers.
Plans, develops, and implements treatment protocols to treat, improve, or maintain consumer’s level of function.
Oversees habilitation testing, programming, diagnosing, reporting and researching clinical services.
Plans, schedules, and oversees orthopedic equipment production, maintenance, and repair programs, and designs and prepares plans and specifications for custom and adaptive equipment. !
Writes reviews and analyzes assessments, progress reports, incident reports, and medical consults.
Participates in quality assurance and quality enhancement activities related to therapeutic services at the local and state level.
Plan, assigns, and/or supervises the work of others.
Designs, directs and oversees training programs for both consumers and staff.
Oversees the coordination of the student internships’ programs for both local and nationwide colleges.
Participates in conferences for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Performs habilitative and therapeutic evaluation and treatment.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge Skills Abili! ties:
Knowledge of the principles of habilitative therapy and t! heir application to the treatment of individuals with cognitive impairments and developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of therapeutic principles and techniques.
Knowledgeable in the areas of physical and developmental disabilities.
Ability to evaluate, prescribe, and provide seating, mobility, positioning, orthotic or assistive devices.
Ability to impart general and specific information about HT, MR, CP, anatomy, physiology, and treatment techniques to persons with varying levels or experience.
Ability to follow instructions and base decisions on current policies.
Ability to communicate effectively both in written form and verbally.
Ability to produce reports, progress notes and assessments utilizing computer technology.
Ability to work well with staff, foster the team process, and assume leadership role as indicated.
Skill in the use of rehabilitation and orthopedic equipment, materials, and tools and in the repair of rehabilitation thera! py equipment.
Ability to perform assessments, develop programs, administer therapy programs, and to coordinate program activities. Knowledge of the principles of habilitative therapy and their application to the treatment of multi-handicapped.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university program with major course work in one of the recognized therapeutic rehabilitation activities is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Must be Licensed Therapist in one of the therapy specialties.

Initial Selection Criteria:
Current license in Occupational or Physical Therapy. Prefer work experience in one of the recognized therapeutic rehabilitation activities. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Must be Licensed Therapist in one of the therapy specialties.

Additional Information:
This position will work in Ca! rlsbad, Texas: San Angelo State Supported Living Center is located ! approximately 20 miles northwest of San Angelo on Highway 87N in Carlsbad, TX
Salary Note: The salary offered will follow HHS starting salary guidelines which are typically made at or near the minimum of the salary range.
This is a benchmarked position. Minimum starting salary will be $5596.00 per month

All applicants must pass:
1. pre-employment drug screen
2. fingerprint & criminal background checks
3. Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS) checks
4. Employee Misconduct Registry and Nurse/Aide Registry checks.

Males between the ages of 18 â€" 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to Random drug testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide! reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Dept of Aging & Disability Svc.

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This career starts available on: Mon, 24 Feb 2014 18:08:54 GMT

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