Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Kirkland•Kirkland, WA

2d•Onsite

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 is based in skilled nursing facilities serving residents who need ongoing 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 a varied patient population that may include orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. The therapist helps patients make functional progress and improve quality of life in a supportive, patient-centered environment. The therapist follows and modifies treatment plans, establishes functional goals, and oversees and evaluates care provided by occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students. The position also requires timely documentation, use of therapy software, communication with patients and families, interdisciplinary teamwork, and compliance with facility and company requirements. Full-time and PRN opportunities are listed; the benefits described apply to full-time employees.

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.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledgeable about practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
One year of experience preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience.

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, rehabilitation aides, and students.
Complete documentation appropriately and on time.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Communicate with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Perform competently in applicable areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
Follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Life Care Code of Conduct, and complete mandatory compliance training.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.