Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Charleston•North Charleston, SC

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role involves following and modifying treatment plans, setting functional goals, overseeing and evaluating care provided by OTAs, rehab aides, and students, and documenting care accurately and promptly. The therapist works with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team to plan and deliver patient care.

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.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Able 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

Provide occupational therapy treatment to patients upon physician referral, including activities of daily living.
Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional patient goals.
Oversee and evaluate care provided by OTAs, rehab aides, and students.
Complete charting appropriately and promptly.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist with patient evacuation.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Follow department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable facility practices, laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Maintain patient rights, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, professional relationships, and compliance with company policies and training requirements.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.