Full-Time Occupational Therapist

(Lexington Post Acute) Lexington SNF Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington SNF Healthcare, LLC seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and supervise assistants. You will communicate with families and physicians, contribute to care conferences, and ensure compliant documentation and safety in a post-acute setting.

You’ll educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, fall prevention, and equipment needs while collaborating with a diverse care team. Licensure and ongoing CE are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Master or Doctorate preferred.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state with active license.
• Continuing education as required by state practice acts.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine OT needs and rehab potential.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and independence.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in resident care.
• Communicate progress and discharge plans with physicians, staff and families.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation per policies and regulations.
• Educate residents and families on home programs and safety.
• Assist with training Restorative Aides and participate in committee meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

State OT licensure

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, 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 residents to determine occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

• Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), aides, and students.

Qualification

• 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 for Net Health 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 continuing education requirements per state practices.
• Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.
• Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.

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 of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, dress, color, sex, childbirth, breast feeding, medical conditions, gender, identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, uniform service, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, and other protected status. The Company complies with affirmative action requirements. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices. 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.

About PACS

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.