Occupational Therapist

Aventura Healthcare Group; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Aventura at the Bay in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver skilled therapy in a subacute rehabilitation setting.

The OT will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs aimed at improving ADLs and functional independence, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and educating patients and families. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is offered and ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in rehabilitation or healthcare preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to determine needs and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve ADLs and fine motor skills.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and home exercises.
• Document patient progress and outcomes in the medical record.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Pursue continuing education and stay updated on best practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist, OT (Full-Time) $7,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Aventura at the Bay, St. Petersburg FL

The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled therapy services to patients in a subacute rehabilitation environment. The OT will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs aimed at enhancing patients’ ability to perform daily living activities and improve overall functional independence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine patients’ needs, goals, and functional limitations.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and therapeutic goals.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Utilize various therapeutic techniques to promote rehabilitation and recovery, focusing on improving fine motor skills, coordination, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, home exercises, and strategies for maintaining independence.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes in compliance with facility policies and regulations.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, and physicians, to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Continuing Education: Stay updated on best practices, evidence-based techniques, and advancements in occupational therapy.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience: Previous experience in a rehabilitation or healthcare setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Environment:

• Full-time position, typically involving direct patient care in a rehabilitation facility.
• May require flexibility in scheduling, including weekends or holidays.

Position requires a background check, more info can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.