Occupational Therapist - Avamere Ridgemont

Avamere; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont in Port Orchard, WA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for full-time opportunity with per diem flexibility. The role emphasizes evaluation, treatment planning, documentation, and family education to support quality patient care.

You will participate in safety, quality assurance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The position requires OT licensure in WA, CPR/BLS, and familiarity with Medicare payer sources; strong communication and professional

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification maintained during employment.
• Knowledge of Medicare and payer sources is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy to patients as licensed.
• Directs and supervises assistants and students per guidelines.
• Adheres to safety procedures and professional standards.
• Completes evaluations, progress notes, and reports timely.
• Maintains active licensure and participates in education.

Skills

Multitasking

Interdisciplinary communication

Professionalism

Clinical knowledge

Education

Graduate OT program

Licensed OT

CPR/BLS certified

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Status: Full-time and per diem
Wage: $55 - $60
Location: Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont - 2051 Pottery Ave, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Occupational Therapist position is to assist in providing and directing all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation according to organization's guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, and to all internal and external customers. Actively participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy to patients according to licensure
• Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines
• Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one's personal protection and patient safety
• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education
• Supports and participates in department operations and development
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care

Associate Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations pursuant to M.D. orders, payer authorizations, and facility/payer source guidelines
• Develops treatment plan and provides treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for the best functional outcome for the patients
• Educates staff, other health care professionals and third-party payer on the benefits and functional outcomes of interventions
• Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, weekly summaries, or monthly reports as required
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established by the Supervisor.
• Screens all individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety or self, patients, and others at all times
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs, or techniques.
• Provides in-service training sessions or other educational presentations to company, team, or facility to enhance one's clinical and professional knowledge and skills
• Provides assistants and rehab aides clear directives concerning patients and treatment plans prior to initiation of patient care
• Confers with Director of Rehab to develop and implement new programs and techniques to enhance program utilization
• Maintains appropriate state licensure, certification, and credentialing
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner
• Makes appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team

Requirements

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the State this position is held. Able to practice unencumbered
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of residents' rights
• Exudes professionalism in presentation
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.