Occupational Therapist

Mountain Laurel Rehab; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehab is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our skilled nursing facility team. The OT will provide high-quality, patient-centered services aimed at improving independence, safety, and quality of life through evaluated interventions and collaborative care.

Responsibilities include comprehensive OT evaluations, developing individual treatment plans, delivering therapeutic interventions, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active OT license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (Master’s or Doctorate).
• CPR certification current or able to obtain.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work flexible PRN hours, including weekends or holidays as facility needs arise.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive OT evaluations per state standards and facility policies.
• Develop individualized treatment plans addressing ADLs, mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, and psychosocial needs.
• Provide skilled OT interventions including therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, functional training, and adaptive equipment instruction.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries timely and accurately.
• Maintain accurate treatment minutes and adhere to billing, coding, and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in care conferences and team meetings with nursing, PT, SLP, and other disciplines.
• Educate residents, families, and facility staff on OT goals, safety techniques, and functional strategies.
• Contribute to discharge planning and recommendations for DME.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Time-management

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehab are seeking a PRN OT to join the team! The PRN Occupational Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered occupational therapy services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. This role focuses on improving functional independence, safety, and quality of life through skilled interventions, assessments, and collaborative care within an interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive OT evaluations in accordance with state practice standards and facility policies.

• Develop individualized treatment plans to address deficits in ADLs, functional mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, and psychosocial needs.

• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, functional training, adaptive equipment instruction, and compensatory strategies.

• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries in a timely and compliant manner.

• Maintain accurate treatment minutes and adhere to billing, coding, and regulatory guidelines.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Participate in care conferences, team meetings, and communication with nursing, PT, SLP, and other disciplines as needed.

• Educate residents, families, and facility staff on OT goals, safety techniques, and functional strategies.

• Contribute to discharge planning and recommendations for durable medical equipment (DME).

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Follow all federal, state, and facility regulations including Medicare, HIPAA, and SNF guidelines.

• Maintain licensure, continuing education, and professional competency requirements.

• Adhere to ethical guidelines and standards of practice established by AOTA and state licensing boards.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) license in the state of practice.

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (Master’s or Doctorate).

• Prior experience in SNF, geriatrics, or rehabilitation setting preferred.

• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain).

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and time-management skills.

• Ability to work flexible PRN hours, including weekends or holidays as facility needs arise.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and assist with resident transfers.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods.

• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to safely treat and communicate with residents.