Occupational Therapist

Premier Healthcare, LLC; Le Roy (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Excellent training

Positive work environment

Job summary

Premier Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist for Leroy Village Green to evaluate residents, plan and implement rehabilitation to restore independence in ADLs, and work with a multidisciplinary team in a long-term care setting.

You will educate residents and families, document evaluations and progress, adhere to HIPAA, and participate in quality improvement initiatives while delivering resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid Occupational Therapy license and registration for the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate referred residents to determine their functional level and potential for rehabilitation.
• Provide direct care and develop individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Establish treatment goals based on each resident’s abilities, limitations, and physician recommendations.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care skills.
• Educate residents and their families on home programs and adaptive techniques.
• Complete documentation including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a resident-centered approach to care.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Compassionate

Education

OT degree

Job description

Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) – Leroy Village Green

We are a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers, committed to resident-centered and quality-focused care. Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people—our residents, their families, and our incredible team.

If you're looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best self to work, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with like-minded professionals, we're looking for you, too.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive Work Environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate referred residents to determine their functional level and potential for rehabilitation.
• Provide direct care and develop individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Establish treatment goals based on each resident’s abilities, limitations, and physician recommendations.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care skills.
• Educate residents and their families on home programs and adaptive techniques.
• Complete documentation including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a resident-centered approach to care.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid Occupational Therapy license and registration for the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to resident-centered care.