Occupational Therapist (OT)

Clewistonnursingrehab; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Stable work environment

Job summary

Clewistonnursingrehab in Clewiston, Florida, is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide vital services in a compassionate, 155 bed skilled nursing facility. You will be responsible for assessing and treating residents with diverse needs to enhance their daily living skills.

The ideal candidate will possess a valid Florida license and ideally have some LTC experience, although new graduates are welcome. Join a supportive team environment with flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Must have a valid Florida professional license.
• Prefer at least one year experience in LTC, but qualified new grads will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for evaluating and treating residents with disabilities.
• Conduct physical and psychological assessments and develop treatment plans.

Skills

Patient service skills

Clinical excellence

Ability to work with older adults

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Valid Florida professional license

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Salary: $50 - $55/hour

CLEWISTON NURSING AND REHAB is a 155 bed skilled nursing facility with a supportive family environment. Our compassionate rehab teams are led by an experienced Director of Rehabilitation. Rehabilitation techs assist therapists with resident transport and administrative functions. The rehab department utilizes Point Click Care and Optima Therapy for billing and documentation to assist therapists with daily efficiency, where quality care remains the primary focus of each therapist. The facility has a 7‑day a week, in‑house comprehensive rehabilitation program that is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. Our rehab positions are stable and secure at one location. Each rehab department offers spacious gym space.

One Location, No Daily Travel

Flexible Schedules (Per Diem)

Summary of the Occupational Therapist (OT)

Responsible for promoting, facilitating, and maintaining health, well‑being, and participation in life through engagement in occupation. Essentially responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery provided under a physician approved plan of care and accountable for the safety and effectiveness of the occupational therapy service delivery process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist

• Responsible for evaluating and treating residents with conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling, to improve their ability to perform tasks of daily living
• Conduct physical and psychological assessments of clients and develop or follow a treatment plan.

Occupational Therapist Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Must have a valid FLORIDA professional license by discipline
• Prefer at least one year experience in LTC, but qualified new grads will be considered
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Passionate about post‑acute rehabilitation and the older adult population
• Ability to relate and interact positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, family, professional and facility staff