Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) $3000 SIGN ON BONUS

Life Care Center of Columbia TN•Columbia, TN

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role follows occupational treatment plans, establishes and modifies functional patient goals, and oversees and evaluates care provided by occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students. The therapist charts accurately and promptly, uses therapy software, provides excellent customer service, and works productively with an interdisciplinary team. New graduates are welcome to apply. The posting advertises a $3,000 sign-on bonus and invites applicants to ask about the new pay scale.

Requirements

NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Follow occupational treatment plans for patients, including 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.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward 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.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.