Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
Life Care Center of Port Townsend•Port Townsend, WA
About The Position
The Registered Occupational Therapist provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Life Care Centers of America facilities are skilled nursing facilities serving long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation after surgery, illness, or injury. Care is delivered in a supportive, patient-centered environment through collaboration with nursing, therapy, and medical staff. The patient population may include people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and other post-acute needs, with variation by facility.
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.
- Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
- 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
- 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 provided by occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students.
- Complete documentation appropriately and on time.
- Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
- Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Coordinate with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
- Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
- Follow facility practices, procedures, laws, regulations, guidelines, company policies, and compliance requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional working relationships.
