Occupational Therapist

EHG; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Health Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team in Newport News, VA. You will assess referred patients, develop and administer treatment plans, and document progress under physician direction.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care in long-term and geriatric settings, collaboration with nursing and therapy disciplines, and compliance with HIPAA and facility policies. Experience in long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Valid OT license/registration for state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care and establish treatment programs.
• Document patient conditions and progress weekly or as required.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize care.
• Ensure confidentiality and residents' rights compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment skills

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

OT degree (Bachelors/MOT)

State license/registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best \"you\" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us!

We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT).

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities




• Positive work environment




• Excellent Training




• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services




• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.




• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.




• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients




• Document and record the patients' condition




• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.




• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.




• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.




• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation




• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.




• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.




• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.