Occupational Therapist - Full-Time

Heritage House Nursing & Rehab; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) eligibility

Corporate support

Job summary

Heritage House Nursing & Rehab in Georgia is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to help residents improve independence and quality of life through meaningful daily activities. You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, assist with ADLs/IADLs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based care.

This in-house role offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional support.

Qualifications

• Active and valid Texas Occupational Therapy license.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies.
• SNF or long-term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of occupational therapy treatment practices.
• Experience with Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
• Ability to manage patients with varying personalities and needs.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to evaluate their condition and its impact on daily living.
• Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to maximize ADLs and IADLs.
• Assess home and living environments and recommend modifications.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and provide training for independence and safety.
• Ensure treatments follow the established plan of care.
• Monitor response to treatment and adjust interventions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide clinical education and support to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Complete thorough documentation in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Attend required meetings designated by the Director of Rehab.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Clinical decision-making

Education

Texas Occupational Therapy license

Tools

Net Health Electronic Documentation System

Job description

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals. In this role, you will provide person-centered care focused on improving residents’ independence, safety, and quality of life through meaningful daily activities and functional outcomes.

Your Impact as an Occupational Therapist (OT)

• Consult with patients to evaluate their physical condition and its impact on daily occupations, well-being, and quality of life

• Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results

• Develop individualized treatment plans using a variety of therapeutic techniques to maximize performance in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)

• Assess patients’ home and living environments and recommend modifications based on their needs and capabilities

• Recommend adaptive equipment and provide training to support independence and safety

• Ensure all treatments are delivered in accordance with the established plan of care

• Monitor patient response to treatment and modify interventions as clinically appropriate in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team

• Provide clinical education and support to patients, family members, and caregivers

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient care

• Complete documentation thoroughly and timely in compliance with company policies and state/federal regulations

• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and procedures

• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Active and valid Texas Occupational Therapy license

• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or long-term care experience preferred

• Current knowledge of occupational therapy treatment practices

• Experience with Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred

• Ability to manage patients with varying personalities and needs

• Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical decision-making skills

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Ancillary coverage including AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cardiac, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital Confinement

• Whole and Term Life Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

• Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Exceptional Corporate Support

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.