Occupational Therapist

Jenkins Living Center; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenkins Living Center in Watertown, SD is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and develop treatment programs for residents and outpatients in collaboration with the physician.

The OT will supervise the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant and work with an interdisciplinary team to engage patients, provide skills training, document progress, and help patients improve daily living tasks, promoting independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current license in the State of South Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop treatment programs with physician.
• Supervise and direct the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Engage patients, document progress, and support daily living tasks in an interdisciplinary team.

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Jenkins Living Center - Watertown, SD 57201, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Masters Degree, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nursing,

Jenkins Living Center team members have the opportunity to fulfill a greater purpose. We are seeking a candidate with a kind heart and genuine motivation to care for others. The Jenkins Living Center Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and developing treatment programs, in collaboration with the physician, for our residents and outpatients. The OT also supervises and directs the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.

Patient engagement, skills training, discretion, interdisciplinary team skills, communication, and documentation are essential elements of this role, which is dedicated to helping patients develop and improve their ability to complete everyday tasks related to their job and daily life.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current license in the State of South Dakota