Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater•West Bridgewater, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater won the Best Nursing Home Award for both short and long-term care from U.S. News and World report for 2021-2022. CMS 5-Star Rating. The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Requirements

NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT)
Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply

Responsibilities

Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)
Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
Chart appropriately and timely
Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training