Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center•Hilo, HI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides direct rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based at Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Hilo, Hawaii, serving short-term rehabilitation, short-term care, and post-operative recovery patients. The center emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care and a team approach supported by rehabilitation equipment and an onsite physician.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program with a BSOT or MSOT.
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
NBCOT certification is required 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.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
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 given by occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation 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 on an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable post-acute care practices, laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete required compliance training.