Occupational Therapist

Aventura Healthcare Group; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventura Healthcare Group is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers.

You will evaluate residents, create individualized ADL-focused plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote independence and quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid Occupational Therapy license and registration for the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate referred residents to determine their functional level and potential for rehabilitation.
• Provide direct care and develop individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Establish treatment goals based on each resident’s abilities, limitations, and physician recommendations.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care skills.
• Educate residents and their families on home programs and adaptive techniques.
• Complete documentation including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a resident-centered approach to care.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Job description

Join Our Team as a PRN Occupational Therapist (OT)!

We are a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers, committed to resident-centered and quality-focused care. Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people—our residents, their families, and our incredible team.

If you're looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best self to work, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with like-minded professionals, we're looking for you, too.

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive Work Environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate referred residents to determine their functional level and potential for rehabilitation.
• Provide direct care and develop individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Establish treatment goals based on each resident’s abilities, limitations, and physician recommendations.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care skills.
• Educate residents and their families on home programs and adaptive techniques.
• Complete documentation including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a resident-centered approach to care.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid Occupational Therapy license and registration for the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to resident-centered care.

Ready to Make a Difference?