Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Western Hills Health Care Center•Lakewood, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Hills Health Care Center, located near Denver in Lakewood, Colorado, is seeking a Registered Occupational Therapist (OT). As part of Life Care Centers of America, a leading nursing home company, our facility specializes in short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. We are recognized for our 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating and a 4.3 Google Star Rating. We offer in-house rehab programs, reimbursed Continuing Education Units (CEU) of choice, a New Grad Mentorship Program, and great growth opportunities.

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.
Implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
Performs proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Follows occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living).
Establishes, assesses, and modifies realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
Oversees and evaluates care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
Charts appropriately and timely.
Utilizes therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibits excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
Assists in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrates dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrates and uses reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicates and functions productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Sits, stands, bends, lifts, pushes, pulls, stoops, walks, reaches, and moves intermittently during working hours.
Reads, writes, speaks, and understands the English language.
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
Liaises with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs.
Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
Understands and follows 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.