Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
Life Care Center of Skagit Valley•Sedro-Woolley, WA
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. Life Care Centers of America facilities are skilled nursing facilities providing long-term care and short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. Therapists work in a patient-centered environment with an interdisciplinary team of nursing, therapy, and medical staff, serving patients with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. Patient mix varies 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 certified upon hire; certification renewal is optional going forward.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
- Read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good 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 OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
- Complete charting 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.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Communicate and function productively on 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.
- Follow applicable practices, procedures, laws, regulations, guidelines, and department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality; follow company policies and compliance procedures and complete required compliance training.
