Geriatric Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Berry Hill (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in Berry Hill, TN. The therapist will assess referred patients, develop and oversee rehabilitation plans, and educate patients and families while ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Hold a valid license and state registration to practice.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Long-term care or geriatric care experience preferred.
• Strong documentation-writing skills.
• Experience conducting evaluations, progress notes, re-certifications and discharge documents.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Professionalism and exceptional patient service.
• Compliance with HIPAA and Residents' Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients needing rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment programs with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Set realistic goals, document patient condition, and educate patients and families.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Team supervision

Direct patient care

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

The Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in Berry Hill, TN. The therapist will assess referred patients, develop and oversee rehabilitation plans, and educate patients and families while ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes in a long-term care setting.