Geriatric OT: Mentored Growth in Senior Care

Renewal Rehab; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide patient-centered care for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. You will assess functional abilities, develop evidence-based plans, and deliver interventions that promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document accurately, and educate patients, families, and staff. Opportunities for mentorship and growth abound.

Qualifications

• Assess functional abilities and ADLs.
• Create evidence-based treatment plans.
• Deliver OT interventions to promote independence and safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients, families and staff.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Seek mentorship and professional growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assess seniors' functional status and needs in skilled nursing or post-acute settings.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans based on evaluations.
• Deliver OT interventions to improve independence and safety.
• Educate patients and families about goals, progress and home programs.

Skills

Functional assessment

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Job description

Renewal Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide patient-centered care for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. You will assess functional abilities, develop evidence-based plans, and deliver interventions that promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document accurately, and educate patients, families, and staff. Opportunities for mentorship and growth abound.