Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Evergreen•Evergreen, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Life Care Center of Evergreen is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The therapist follows occupational treatment plans, establishes and adjusts functional patient goals, and oversees and evaluates care provided by OTAs, rehabilitation aides, and students. The facility is located just west of Lakewood and describes its rehab team as supportive of clinicians new to long-term care. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements

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.
NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and kept current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral.
Follow occupational treatment plans, including activities of daily living.
Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
Oversee and evaluate care provided by OTAs, rehabilitation aides, and students.
Document care appropriately and promptly, and use therapy software accurately.
Coordinate with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, facility practices, departmental policies, and company policies.
Maintain patient rights, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, and professional working relationships.
Assist with patient evacuation.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance and communicate productively on an interdisciplinary team.