Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
Life Care Centers of America
About the Role
We're seeking a focused, caring, and patient Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide direct rehabilitation services to residents following physician referral, in alignment with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
- Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living).
- Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
- Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
- Chart appropriately and timely.
- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
- Liaise with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs.
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
- Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Therapy software
Qualifications
- NBCOT certified upon hire.
- Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT).
- Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
- Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility.
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
- Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Physical Demands:
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.