Geriatric Rehab Occupational Therapist

Lakewood Healthcare; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakewood Healthcare in Downey, CA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead therapy services in a geriatric rehab setting.

You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, document outcomes, and collaborate with physicians and families to ensure optimal recovery and discharge planning. CPR certification required and state licensure in good standing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in Occupational Therapy evaluation and treatments.
• Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.
• Understanding of the principles of physical modalities employed in Occupational Therapy.
• Knowledge of use of prosthetic and orthotic devices ambulatory aides, assistive and resistive devices, and training.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work with all types and levels of patients.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients and document services in the medical record.
• Develop effective plan of treatment and obtain physician approvals.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and/or Aides in direct patient care.
• Communicate with supervisor and health team regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
• Instruct families or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Interview patients and families regarding prior functioning and lifestyle.
• Assess and provide ADL adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment.
• Write documentation in line with regulatory and billing requirements.
• Manage Medicare review and denials with Rehab leadership.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in care conferences.
• Support professional development and quality improvement.

Skills

OT evaluation

Supervise aides

Physical modalities

Prosthetic devices

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Lakewood Healthcare in Downey, CA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead therapy services in a geriatric rehab setting.

You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, document outcomes, and collaborate with physicians and families to ensure optimal recovery and discharge planning. CPR certification required and state licensure in good standing.