Occupational Therapist — Geriatric Rehab & Long-Term Care

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join its patient-centered rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients and develop targeted treatment plans designed to maximize function and independence within a geriatric setting.

You will document patient progress, coordinate with physicians and other disciplines, supervise OT Assistants, and educate patients and families while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not required.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time and adhere to scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services and perform direct patient care to evaluate medical condition and functional capacity.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals aligned to patient capacity under physician direction.
• Document and record patient status and progress, maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Educate patients and families in therapy approaches and post-discharge plans.

Skills

Documentation writing

Patient service

Collaboration

Clinical excellence

Time management

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

The Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join its patient-centered rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients and develop targeted treatment plans designed to maximize function and independence within a geriatric setting.

You will document patient progress, coordinate with physicians and other disciplines, supervise OT Assistants, and educate patients and families while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.