Occupational Therapist

Resorts at Pooler; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts at Pooler in Pooler, GA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide age-appropriate interventions in a sub-acute rehab setting. You will collaborate with the care team to meet patient goals and contribute to continuous care, education, and treatments.

The role emphasizes patient education, timely documentation, and adherence to regulatory guidelines. Opportunities include full-time, part-time, and PRN positions to fit diverse schedules.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• NBCOT certification required or eligible.
• Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy license required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care: assess and manage rehabilitative needs and perform OT procedures.
• Coordinate patient plans of care with the Clinical Supervisor and team members.
• Educate patients to promote independence during recovery.
• Participate in staff education and ongoing professional development.
• Complete skilled intervention documentation within established timeframes.
• Demonstrate knowledge of CMS/State and Joint Commission guidelines and maintain regulatory compliance.

Skills

Critical care assessment

Rehabilitation skills

Leadership

Communication

Technology use

Education

OT degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Positions Available!

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team at the Resorts at Pooler in Pooler, GA outside of Savannah. As an OT at our facility, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, age-appropriate interventions to patients who require rehabilitative care. You will collaborate with all disciplines to ensure patient goals are met and participate in delivering continuous care, education, and treatments in our sub-acute rehab setting.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Direct Patient Care: Assess and manage patient rehabilitative needs, perform routine occupational therapy procedures, and meet established productivity standards.

• Coordination of Services: Develop and revise patient plans of care, coordinate care with the Clinical Supervisor and other team members, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Education: Serve as a patient educator, utilizing verbal and written tools to facilitate learning and promotion of independence during recovery.

• Staff Education and Professional Development: Participate in new employee orientation, attend continuing education and in-services, and remain current in clinical knowledge for patient care.

• Communication and Documentation: Complete skilled intervention documentation within established timeframes, communicate patient status changes, and demonstrate knowledge of regulatory guidelines.

• Regulatory Guidelines: Demonstrate knowledge and application of CMS/State and Joint Commission regulatory guidelines and complete all documentation within established timeframes.

Required Minimum Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

• NBCOT

• Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

Required Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of Full-time Occupational Therapy experience preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

• Strong critical care assessment and rehabilitative skills

• Positive leadership, problem-solving skills, strong organizational and time management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in computer-based software and technology