Compassionate OT: Post-Acute Rehab Therapist

Life Care Centers of America; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an OT to provide direct rehab care to patients under physician referral, in accordance with laws and company standards.

Qualified candidates hold NBCOT, BSOT/MSOT, active state license, and CPR. New grads welcome; ~1 year experience preferred. Proficiency with Word/Excel and email required. Strong collaboration with patients, families, and staff is essential.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional going forward.
• Graduate of accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT).
• Active state licensure in good standing; maintain license.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans, focusing on activities of daily living.
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable goals.
• Oversee and evaluate care by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Chart appropriately and timely; document therapy progress.
• Utilize therapy software accurately; maintain patient records.
• Provide excellent customer service and teamwork in patient care.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English in professional context.

Education

NBCOT certification on hire

BSOT/MSOT degree

Licensed in good standing (state license)

CPR certification

1 year experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email software

Job description

Life Care Centers of America seeks an OT to provide direct rehab care to patients under physician referral, in accordance with laws and company standards.

Qualified candidates hold NBCOT, BSOT/MSOT, active state license, and CPR. New grads welcome; ~1 year experience preferred. Proficiency with Word/Excel and email required. Strong collaboration with patients, families, and staff is essential.