Geriatric Occupational Therapist: Rehab & Impact

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing; Forest Hills (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. You will assess referred patients, provide direct care, and develop rehabilitation plans aligned with physician directions.

You will set realistic goals, document patient progress, educate patients and families, and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants. Experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred, and punctual, professional conduct is required.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient-centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment plans with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Set realistic goals, document conditions, and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Skills

Documentation writing

Patient care

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Time management

Education

OT degree

State license

Job description

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. You will assess referred patients, provide direct care, and develop rehabilitation plans aligned with physician directions.

You will set realistic goals, document patient progress, educate patients and families, and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants. Experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred, and punctual, professional conduct is required.