Occupational Therapist Senior Living

Reliant Rehabilitation•Chula Vista, CA

3d•$55 - $58

About The Position

Provide occupational therapy and related services in an assisted living, independent living, and memory care setting, following occupational therapy principles and practices and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Deliver quality patient care through screening and evaluation, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans and discharge plans, supervision of assistants and rehabilitation technicians, and case management. Maintain positive, professional interactions and rapport with communities, patients, and clients, and comply with applicable state and federal regulations. The role may be full-time, scheduled for up to 40 hours per week, or part-time, scheduled for 20–25 hours per week. Both are paid $55–$58 per hour; part-time benefits are offered. The position requires travel between communities during scheduled hours and may involve varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited school of occupational therapy.
Valid National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification.
Valid state Occupational Therapist license where applicable.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic internet navigation skills.
Effective clinical problem-solving skills, including identifying and prioritizing issues, developing and executing sound action plans, and ensuring appropriate results.
Strong teamwork skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build relationships with a diverse population.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English-language instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive environment.
Ability to lift 50 pounds of dead weight alone and perform frequent patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques.
Ability to travel between communities during scheduled hours and work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Screen residents as appropriate and evaluate and treat patients referred by state-approved referral sources.
Develop and maintain initial and ongoing treatment plans and discharge plans.
Provide, direct, and oversee occupational therapy to optimize patients’ functionality and skills.
Ensure accurate and timely billing and medical-record documentation in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Establish effective, patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary teams, and other clientele.
Refer patients to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and provide their consultation, clinical supervision, and support.
Directly supervise COTAs and rehabilitation technicians during skilled group and individual treatment, in accordance with applicable practice acts, OBRA, and company policy.
Integrate occupational therapy into community and interdisciplinary care, and participate in patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative, and family conference activities and communications.
Maintain effective working relationships with healthcare professionals and colleagues, and make appropriate referrals to other rehabilitation team members.
Develop and implement programs and techniques to enhance rehabilitation services.
Follow community and company policies and procedures for environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control, emergency preparedness, patient rights, and privacy.
Develop clinical, professional, and management expertise through interaction with colleagues, self-study, and continuing education.
Maintain a valid state license where applicable and remain aware of issues affecting occupational therapy and the healthcare environment.
Apply relevant payment models, billing and treatment guidelines, and clinically appropriate delivery methods while providing quality care and reasonable goals and outcomes.
Maintain confidentiality and conduct oneself ethically, legally, and responsibly; follow the Team Member Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
Travel between communities during scheduled hours and work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Attend mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments, and perform other duties as assigned.