Occupational Therapist

Aventura Health Group; West Chester (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive Work Environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Job summary

Aventura Health Group is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our network of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. The OT will evaluate residents, develop treatment plans, and implement interventions to improve independence in ADLs, mobility, and cognition, while educating families on home programs.

Applicants should have an accredited OT degree and license; long-term care or geriatrics experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid OT license in state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate referred residents to determine functional level and rehab potential.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to restore independence in ADLs.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, cognition, and self-care skills.
• Educate residents and families on home programs and adaptive techniques.
• Complete documentation including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure resident-centered care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

OT degree/licensure

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.