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Sweetwater Care; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop personalized treatment plans for patients recovering from illness or injury in a busy rehab department. The role requires hands-on therapy, supervision of support staff, and clear communication with the health team and patients.

The ideal candidate holds an active Arizona state license, demonstrates excellent documentation and interpersonal skills, and contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure in AZ (or eligible)
• Strong writing and documentation skills
• Excellent communication with patients, families and health team

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to assess condition and review medical history
• Diagnose movement dysfunction and develop individualized treatment plans
• Supervise PT assistants and rehabilitation aides as needed
• Document goals and progress in electronic records and discharge summaries
• Provide counseling to patients and families about therapy options
• Communicate progress with supervisors and health team members

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation writing

Therapy practice knowledge

Team player

Credibility and integrity

Collaborative in rehab

Adaptability

Education

Active State Licensure (AZ)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Principal Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist performs treatments and exercises to help patients recover from illnesses and injuries. Their main duties include using various treatment techniques to develop personalized treatment plans, prescribing medications to relieve pain and increase mobility and teaching patients exercise techniques to improve their health.

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms. Review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plan
• Coach patient and teach them therapeutic massage to ease patients' pain and provide stimulation to promote healing
• Maintain patient record by keeping track of goals
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Assesses patient's progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy. Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.

Active State Licensure

Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process
• Superior interpersonal communication skills
• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide
• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice
• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity
• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence
• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department