Occupational Therapist

Hcshiring; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation/PTO

Life Insurance

401-K

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Hcshiring is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and plan therapy services, collaborate with PT/OT teams, and ensure quality care for residents. The role emphasizes developing treatment goals, documenting progress, and coordinating with physicians to integrate therapy into overall care plans.

The position requires an OT degree, active licensure in the appropriate state, and the ability to provide comprehensive therapy services, including prosthetic/orthotic coordination as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the assigned state.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with current standards and guidelines to ensure high quality care.
• Support OT/PT assistants with training and guidance to enhance patient care.
• Maintain documentation of all treatment in clinic records and reports.
• Develop written treatment goals and plans based on patient evaluation.
• Administer manual exercises and instruct patients in daily living and functional activities.
• Record treatment, response and progress in patient charts and inform family for home continuation.
• Coordinate with physicians and staff to integrate therapy with overall health care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Lots of hiking and outdoor activities nearby. Less than an hour from Seattle's famous Pike's Place Market, the Space Needle, and less than 3 hours from Oregon.

Subacute vent/trach unit and in-house dialysis facility with large rehab gym, complete with Nu-Step, Omni-cycle, e-stim, SWD, ultrasound equipment, and full kitchen.

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, organizes and administers occupational therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations and guidelines to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is rendered at all times. The occupational therapist maintains informative, accurate and timely documentation and records management and works collaboratively with all disciplines, adheres to the professional standards of practice guidelines and code of ethics as set forth by the state board of occupational therapy.

You will:

• Support Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistants by providing periodic training and guidance as required to promulgate the educational needs of the technicians and to also enhance patient care.
• Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives, and prepare such records and reports as may be required.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic procedures and provide a full range of therapy services in support of patient referrals.Provide safe and timely patient care.
• Develop realistic and documented treatment goals that comply with and satisfy the intent of the referring medical staff.Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.
• Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems.Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust the patient’s prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modification as required.Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in a treatment program, and integrate occupational therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care.

Benefits of an In-House Therapy Staff Model:

• Aligned Mission and V alues - Shared company values of Integrity, Respect, Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork. Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration between departments - focusing on individudalized care for the residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care - Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.
• Perks - Offer robust benefits, including continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE course/training), license renewal, EPA program, in-house training, generous PTO including double-time holiday pay if worked for 8 recognized holidays, and leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.

You currently:

• Possess a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Possess, prior to, onboarding and maintain a current, unrestricted license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in assigned state.

Our Benefits:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.