Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Federal Way • Federal Way, WA

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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 in skilled nursing facilities serving residents who need long-term skilled support and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation after surgery, illness, or injury. Occupational Therapists work with an interdisciplinary team and a diverse patient population, including people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs, to support functional progress and quality of life in a patient-centered environment.

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.
• One year of experience preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational therapy 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 as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
• 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 departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Perform competently in all required areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality; follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
• Use good body mechanics and concentrate, reason, and exercise sound judgment.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Benefits

• Continuing education credits (CEUs).
• Flexible scheduling.
• Student loan repayment.
• Career advancement and upward mobility opportunities into leadership roles.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave accruing from day one.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time