Lead Occupational Therapist - Geriatric Rehab

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

Job summary

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Mount Juliet, TN is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and document progress to enhance recovery and independence.

You will supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, ensure HIPAA compliance, and educate patients and families on therapy options in a patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients in need of rehabilitation and determine suitability for therapy.
• Develop and administer treatment programs with specific goals based on patient tolerance.
• Document patient progress, maintain records, and educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care and ensure timely discharge.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

OT degree from accredited program

State OT license

Job description

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Mount Juliet, TN is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and document progress to enhance recovery and independence.

You will supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, ensure HIPAA compliance, and educate patients and families on therapy options in a patient-centered approach.