Occupational Therapist

Hcshiring; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education funding

PTO

Double-time holiday pay

In-house training

Leadership development

401-K

Job summary

Regency Gresham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, organize, and administer therapy services in a compassionate, patient‑centered environment. You will document care, coordinate with physicians, and develop treatment goals and programs aligned with the medical staff's directives.

Join an in‑house therapy team with strong education funding, paid time off, and multiple professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possess a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Maintain, prior to onboarding and during employment, a current, unrestricted OT license for the assigned state.

Responsibilities

• The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, organizes and administers occupational therapy services following standards and guidelines to ensure high quality care.
• Provide and document therapy with a full range of procedures, coordinating with physicians and staff.
• Develop treatment goals, plan written programs, and instruct patients and families for home continuation.
• Record progress in patient charts and coordinate treatment with the care team.

Job description

We are Regency Gresham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offering skilled nursing and long term care services while focusing on the unique qualities of each individual in a compassionate and caring environment. We are looking for like minded individuals to join our team.

$12,500 Welcome Bonus (FT)

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, organizes and administers occupational therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations and guidelines to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is rendered at all times. The occupational therapist maintains informative, accurate and timely documentation and records management and works collaboratively with all disciplines, adheres to the professional standards of practice guidelines and code of ethics as set forth by the state board of occupational therapy.

You will:

• Support Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistants by providing periodic training and guidance as required to promulgate the educational needs of the technicians and to also enhance patient care.
• Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives, and prepare such records and reports as may be required.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic procedures and provide a full range of therapy services in support of patient referrals.Provide safe and timely patient care.
• Develop realistic and documented treatment goals that comply with and satisfy the intent of the referring medical staff.Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.
• Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems.Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust the patient’s prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modification as required.Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in a treatment program, and integrate occupational therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care.

Benefits of an In-House Therapy Staff Model:

• Aligned Mission and V alues - Shared company values of Integrity, Respect, Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork. Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration between departments - focusing on individualized care for the residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care - Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.
• Perks - Offer robust benefits, including continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE course/training), license renewal, EPA program, in-house training, generous PTO including double-time holiday pay if worked for 8 recognized holidays, and leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.

You currently:

• Possess a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Possess, prior to, onboarding and maintain a current, unrestricted license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in assigned state.

Our Benefits:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.