Occupational Therapist - Lagrange, GA

3M HEALTHCARE; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

3M HEALTHCARE in Georgia seeks an Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, implement, and monitor rehabilitative programs that restore or improve daily living activities, mobility, cognition, strength, and coordination for patients recovering from disease or injury.

You will document evaluations and plans of care, educate patients and families, coordinate discharge and follow-up, and work with physicians, staff, and administration to ensure ethical, cost-effective care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• OT license and BLS certification required upon hire.
• Strong communication, customer service, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements the occupational therapy treatment plan.
• Collaborates with physician to establish plan of care and discharge goals.
• Documents evaluation and plan of care per guidelines.
• Provides patient and family education and discharge instructions.
• Adheres to ethical standards and collaborates with staff and patients.
• Participates in staff meetings and mandatory competencies.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

The occupational therapist assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that help restore or improve function in activities of daily living, functional mobility, cognitive tasks, strength, coordination, and range of motion for patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is required.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Treatment Planning and Provision of Care
  • Implements the occupational therapy treatment plan.
  • Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
  • Revises goals and plan of care with patient and family input.
  • Provides ongoing patient and family education and training.
  • Provides discharge instructions, follow‑up and referral to community resources as appropriate.
  • Acts as a referral source for staff, families, and physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.
• Patient Assessment
  • Collaborates with the physician to establish and evaluate treatment programs, plan of care, goals, and discharge plans related to occupational therapy needs.
  • Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.
  • Creates realistic discharge plans incorporating patient and family goals.
• Documentation
  • Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines.
  • Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols.
  • Completes and submits family education, discharge, and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines.
• General Requirements
  • Adheres to ethical business practices and the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and honesty.
  • Embraces diversity and works collaboratively.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
  • Maintains attendance and punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
  • Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge.
  • Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in‑services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
  • Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost‑effective manner.
  • Observes infection prevention precautions.
• Customer Service
  • Applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
  • Encourages a positive environment and experience for co‑workers and patients.
  • Treats patients and team members with respect and fosters teamwork with trust, support, and collaboration.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements them appropriately.
• Professional Development
  • Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
  • Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
  • Maintains licensure by completing all educational requirements required by the discipline.
  • Completes mandatory hospital and/or system requirements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• License(s) and Certification(s): Occupational Therapist (OT), BLS or ARC‑BLS, BLS‑I certification required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
• Skills: Effective communication, customer service focus, teamwork, and basic computer skills.