Occupational Therapist- FULL TIME & PRN

Vivo Healthcare; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivo Healthcare seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, organize, and provide OT services in accordance with regulatory standards. You will develop programs, evaluate residents, and document progress to support discharge planning and care plans.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical staff, accurate therapy documentation, and compliance with professional guidelines. A bachelor's degree in OT and active Florida license are required; hospital or skilled-nursing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a hospital or nursing care facility preferred.
• Must hold a current, unencumbered Occupational Therapy license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning and Development: Develop and organize OT programs in accordance with nursing care regulations.
• Patient Care: Review orders and schedule therapy; select and administer exercises based on medical history; assist in discharge planning and quarterly assessments.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Develop quality assurance programs; ensure compliance with therapy laws and guidelines.
• Administrative Functions: Interpret policies to staff and residents; ensure accurate therapy charges and timely documentation.
• Safety and Sanitation: Maintain safe, clean therapy areas and follow infection control procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Diverse populations

Documentation software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation Services

Purpose:
The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and provide occupational therapy services in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The goal is to maintain a high degree of quality care for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Planning and Development:

  • Develop and organize occupational therapy programs and activities in accordance with nursing care regulations.

  • Create and maintain occupational therapy standards.

  • Utilize outcome measurement tools to standardize therapy methods.

• Patient Care:

  • Review physician orders and schedule therapy as prescribed.

  • Select and administer rehabilitative and therapeutic exercises based on medical history.

  • Assist in discharge planning, care plans, and quarterly resident assessments.

  • Maintain detailed treatment records, resident files, and progress notes.

• Quality Assurance and Compliance:

  • Assist with the development of quality assurance programs for occupational therapy services.

  • Maintain compliance with therapy laws, professional standards, and regulatory guidelines.

• Administrative Functions:

  • Interpret and explain occupational therapy policies to staff, residents, and families.

  • Ensure accurate therapy service charges and timely documentation.

  • Participate in facility committees as needed.

• Safety and Sanitation:

  • Ensure therapy areas are safe, clean, and equipped with necessary materials.

  • Follow infection control procedures and use safety equipment when required.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of two years of experience in a hospital or nursing care facility is preferred.

• Licensure:

  • Must hold a current, unencumbered occupational therapy license in the state of practice.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work with diverse populations, including the elderly and disabled.

• Knowledge of occupational therapy procedures and best practices.

• Proficiency in documentation and use of therapy-related software.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, move, and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move intermittently during working hours.

• https://info.flclearinghouse.com/