Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

University Park Care Center•Pueblo, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered 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 adapting occupational treatment plans, establishing functional goals, documenting care, and coordinating with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team. The therapist also oversees and evaluates care provided by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students. University Park Care Center is located in Pueblo, Colorado, and provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. The center offers in-house rehabilitation programs, reimbursed CEU opportunities, a New Grad Mentorship Program, growth opportunities, and flexible scheduling. Compensation is listed as $42–$52 for full-time work and $50–$55 for PRN work. A $10,000 sign-on bonus or negotiable tuition reimbursement benefits are offered.

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; renewal is optional thereafter.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as an occupational therapist.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral.
Follow occupational treatment plans, 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, and use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Coordinate with patients, families, support departments, and others to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform required competency duties, including responsibilities related to patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, follow company policies, and complete required compliance training.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in evacuating patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Read, write, speak, and understand English; use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Meet the position's movement requirements, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during working hours.