Occupational Therapist

BEFIT REHABILITATION LLC; Lake Placid (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A rehabilitation services provider in Florida is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team. The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing support to patients with disabilities. Ideal candidates will have a valid OT license in Florida and experience in skilled nursing or home health. Join a compassionate team focused on enhancing the quality of life for residents in assisted living facilities all over the state.

Qualifications

• Experience in skilled nursing facilities, acute care, or home health preferred.
• Familiarity with working with individuals with disabilities, including autism.
• Ability to perform discharge planning effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve functional abilities.
• Provide education and support to patients and families regarding treatment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Knowledge of physiology

Adaptability

Education

Valid Occupational Therapy license in Florida

Job description

The Company

Driving all over town just to complete visits? Pressured to see too many patients in an acute setting to truly give the time and care needed for improvement? BeFit Rehabilitation solely focuses on providing rehab services to residents within assisted living facilities. We want our team to truly become a part of their dedicated community and bring quality of life to the residents beyond the gym. We have existing relationships in place with facilities all over the state and will be rapidly expanding over the next year. We look forward to having you join this exciting opportunity.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in various healthcare settings, including skilled nursing facilities, acute care, and home health. This role involves working with individuals with disabilities to help them achieve their maximum potential in daily living activities. The Occupational Therapist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations and goals.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' functional abilities.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals in discharge planning and ongoing care coordination.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Actively lead exercise classes, participate in community events, and work collaboratively with community personnel.
• Stay current with medical terminology and best practices in occupational therapy.

Requirements

• Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state of Florida.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, acute care, or home health setting preferred.
• Knowledge of physiology and medical terminology essential for effective patient care.
• Familiarity with working with individuals with disabilities, including autism.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to perform discharge planning effectively to ensure continuity of care.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care that enhances the quality of life for patients.