Occupational Therapist

Beaufort Nursing and Rehab; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts at Beaufort is actively seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our skilled nursing team in South Carolina. The OT will evaluate, plan, and implement treatment plans and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an OT degree recognized by the AOTA, a current SC license, and demonstrates strong communication, organization, and time-management skills. Join a compassionate team dedicated to exceptional care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a B.S., MA, or M.S. or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA.
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state of South Carolina.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive occupational therapy evaluation based on MD orders.
• Document findings on the standardized evaluation form timely, accurately and adhering to all guidelines.
• Monitor and document patient progress and report any changes or concerns to the supervising occupational therapist.
• Assist in the implementation of a treatment plan including long- and short-term goals, frequency, duration and treatment modalities.
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for evaluations, treatments, recertifications and discharges.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans to patients utilizing modalities and modify patient treatment as indicated while adhering to precautions.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies for home-based care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Organization

Time management

Education

OT degree recognized by AOTA

Job description

Resorts at Beaufort is currently hiring an Occupational Therapist!

Our team takes pride in providing exceptional care, and we are excited to invite you to join our roster of outstanding healthcare professionals in South Carolina! We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and motivated workers to join our exceptional nursing team. If you are looking for a workplace that values your contributions, provides daily appreciation, offers the necessary training, resources, and equipment to perform your duties, and allows you to demonstrate your skills, you have come to the right place!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a B.S., MA, or M.S. or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA.

• Holds current license and/or registration in the state of South Carolina.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive occupational therapy evaluation based on MD orders.

• Document findings on the standardized evaluation form timely, accurately and adhering to all guidelines.

• Monitor and document patient progress and report and changes or concerns to the supervising occupational therapist.

• Assist in the implementation of a treatment plan including long- and short-term goals, frequency, duration and treatment modalities.

• Ensure MD orders are obtained for evaluations, treatments, recertifications and discharges.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans to patients utilizing modalities and modify patient treatment as indicated while adhering to precautions.

• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies for home-based care.