Occupational Therapist- PRN

Iva Post Acute in; Italia; On-site; EUR 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Iva Post Acute is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our 60-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in South Carolina. The role centers on compassionate, patient-centered care within a supportive health-team environment, helping residents maximize independence and quality of life.

Successful candidates will evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral, develop and follow through on treatment plans, supervise staff, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Masters/Doctorate preferred.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state (SC).
• Experience in a fast-paced healthcare facility.
• CPR Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain physician approval.
• Treat patients per the physician plan and document progress.
• Supervise COTA, aides and students as required.
• Record evaluations and treatment notes and participate in discharge planning.

Skills

SC Licensed Occupational Therapist

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Occupational Therapist- PRN (Healthcare)

Iva Post Acute is a beautiful 60-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility conveniently located in Iva, just a short distance from Anderson and Abbeville, South Carolina. It feels like home where you will enter the building through our inviting lobby and you shouldn't be surprised to find it full of people enjoying a piece on the piano played by one of our talented CNAs. Joining our family orientated team means you will be part of a group dedicated to providing the highest quality patient care and are passionate in helping our residents maximize their potential and living life to the fullest. Are you a highly skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity?

We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve. We invite you to experience the Iva culture and grow with us as a valued member of our staff where your experience in this vital role will be appreciated and rewarded for all the hard work you do. We are looking for compassionate and talented individuals to join our work family, so if you are an enthusiastic, individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

We offer the following to our Occupational Therapists:

• $50 p/hour
• Advancement & PRN opportunities throughout our facilities in South Carolina

Successful candidates will have the following:

• Degree from an accredited college/university
• South Carolina Licensed Occupational Therapist (Required)
• Experience in a fast-paced, high admissions healthcare facility
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Essential Duties

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
• Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
• Supervisory Requirements Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state.

Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.