Geriatric Rehab Occupational Therapist

The-Savoy-At-Fort-Lauderdale-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Florida to assess referred patients, develop and supervise rehab plans, and document progress under physician direction.

You will provide direct patient care, ensure accurate records, and educate patients and families on therapy methods. OT licensure in Florida is required and supervision of OT Assistants is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid Florida OT license and registration required.
• Experience supervising OT Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care and geriatrics preferred.
• Strong documentation/writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs.
• Establish and administer a rehabilitation plan with goals.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient service excellence

Clinical excellence

Education

Accredited OT program

Florida OT license

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Florida to assess referred patients, develop and supervise rehab plans, and document progress under physician direction.

You will provide direct patient care, ensure accurate records, and educate patients and families on therapy methods. OT licensure in Florida is required and supervision of OT Assistants is expected.