Geriatric Occupational Therapist – Rehab Focus

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is actively seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. You will assess referred patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct care aligned with physician direction.

You will supervise OT Assistants, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on therapy methods while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold a valid OT license and state registration.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Ability to supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Punctual, professional, and adheres to confidentiality and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care and determine goals.
• Document patient conditions and progress notes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Oversee OTAs and supervise staff.
• Maintain HIPAA and confidentiality.

Skills

Documentation writing

Clinical excellence

Patient service

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Leadership supervision

Education

OT degree (Bachelors/MOT/OTD)

Job description

The Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is actively seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. You will assess referred patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct care aligned with physician direction.

You will supervise OT Assistants, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on therapy methods while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care.