Occupational Therapist (OT)
Advanced Health Care of Overland Park•Overland Park, KS
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, and implements rehabilitative programs to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care and support to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The schedule is full-time, weekdays, with 8-hour shifts and holidays.
Requirements
- Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
- At least 1 year of clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting.
- Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with residents, families, and team members.
- Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care delivered with empathy and compassion.
- Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
Responsibilities
- Assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, resident goals, and physician recommendations.
- Provide occupational therapy interventions to improve functional abilities, including activities of daily living training, therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and environmental modifications.
- Document resident progress, treatment interventions, and discharge plans in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
- Educate residents and families on therapeutic techniques, safety measures, and home exercise programs.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
- Stay current with best practices, evidence-based interventions, and regulatory changes in occupational therapy.
- Maintain professional licensure and follow ethical standards set by relevant professional organizations.
- Support a positive work environment through professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
- Perform other assigned duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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