Geriatric Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing

Renewal Rehab; Stewardson (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal Rehab seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide patient-centered care to seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. You will assess abilities, create treatment plans, and deliver interventions to promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, you’ll document findings and educate patients, families, and staff. A supportive culture and mentorship await, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Assess functional abilities to determine OT needs.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to plan care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and progress notes.
• Educate patients, families and staff on treatment plans and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assess functional abilities and develop evidence-based OT plans.
• Deliver individualized OT interventions to promote independence and safety.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and medical teams.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and progress updates.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on goals and home-care considerations.

Skills

Assessment of function

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Patient education

Job description

Renewal Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. In this role, you will assess functional abilities, create evidence-based treatment plans, and deliver interventions that promote independence, safety, and quality of life. You’ll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, maintain accurate documentation, and educate patients, families, and staff. Enjoy a supportive culture with mentorship, manageable caseloads, and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact every day.