Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Coos Bay•Coos Bay, OR

21h

About The Position

The Registered Occupational Therapist provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based in skilled nursing facilities serving long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. The patient population may include people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and other post-acute needs. The therapist works in a supportive, patient-centered environment with an interdisciplinary team to help patients make functional progress and improve quality of life.

Requirements

NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal is optional going forward.
Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT).
Current registration or licensure in the applicable state, maintained in active good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and maintained as current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
Good body mechanics.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and sound judgment.
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 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 OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Participate in community health matters or 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 competently in 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 required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.