Geriatric Occupational Therapist | Rehab Team Lead

CareRite Centers; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers' Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join its skilled rehab team. You will assess referred patients, design and implement rehab plans, and educate patients and families while coordinating with physicians and other disciplines.

The ideal candidate has OT credentials, TN licensure, experience in long-term or geriatric care, strong documentation skills, and a patient-centered approach that promotes functional independence and

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a valid TN OT license/registration.
• Experience supervising OT Assistants is preferred.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient progress and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

Skills

Documentation writing

Patient-focused service

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical excellence

Supervising OT Assistants

Punctual and professional

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist (TN)

Job description

CareRite Centers' Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join its skilled rehab team. You will assess referred patients, design and implement rehab plans, and educate patients and families while coordinating with physicians and other disciplines.

The ideal candidate has OT credentials, TN licensure, experience in long-term or geriatric care, strong documentation skills, and a patient-centered approach that promotes functional independence and