Registered Occupational Therapist; OT

Position: Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance

• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury

• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together

• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Position Summary

The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward

• 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.

• One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred

• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific

Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail

• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs

• 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

• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• 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

• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer