Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
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 a skilled nursing facility setting serving residents who need long-term skilled support and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation after surgery, illness, or injury. Care is delivered collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to support functional progress and quality of life for a diverse patient population, including people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. Patient mix may vary by facility. This is a PRN position, and new graduates are welcome to apply. The position includes following occupational treatment plans, setting and modifying functional goals, and overseeing and evaluating care provided by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students. The therapist is expected to maintain accurate and timely documentation, provide positive customer service, communicate productively with an interdisciplinary team, and comply with company policies, professional standards, and applicable regulations.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT).
- Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state, with an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- NBCOT certified 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.
- Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
- 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 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 timely, and use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
- Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
- Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
- Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
- Follow applicable laws, regulations, facility procedures, and company policies, including compliance requirements and the Code of Conduct.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility 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.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Health Savings Accounts.
