Occupational Therapist (OT)

PACS

27d • $50 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Bridge Crest Post Acute is seeking dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our care team. If you are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and team-driven environment, we’d love to meet you. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care
• Ability to read technical procedures
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manual
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to solve practical problem
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Washington
• Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices
• Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board
• Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility
• CPR certification, if required by licensure

Nice To Haves

• Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), aides, and students

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning
• Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars
• Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues

Benefits

• We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level