Occupational Therapist

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management • Colorado Springs, CO

24d • $40 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides rehabilitative therapy to referred patients with cognitive and/or activities of daily living (ADL) physical functioning disorders, in accordance with regulatory requirements and clinical practice standards. The role supports recovery, improved function, and, when possible, a return to the patient’s prior level of functioning. Clinical documentation describes objective measures and justifies continuation or discontinuation of services.

The facility provides physical rehabilitation and complex nursing care in a comfortable, hotel-like setting. Its individualized care programs include skilled nursing, family involvement, psychological care, and discharge planning, with the goal of helping patients reach their highest functional level. Care plans are physician-driven and use state-of-the-art equipment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current and active state license or registration.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in long-term care or a related setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develop appropriate plans of care in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Use standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment to patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders.
• Administer procedures as part of rehabilitation plans, including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices.
• Assess patient progress and adjust treatments, documenting changes in the clinical record as required.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes for effectiveness, modify services in relation to patient evaluations, and make referrals based on outcomes.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding physical disorders.
• Communicate with the supervisor and other health team members about patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Generous PTO packages
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, vision, and other ancillary benefits with a waived waiting period
• Additional benefits may be available; inquire with the employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time