Occupational Therapist OT

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Decherd (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Decherd, TN is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The OT will assess referred patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct therapy aligned with physician directions.

You will document progress, educate families, supervise OT Assistants, and collaborate with disciplines to deliver patient-centered care while upholding HIPAA and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must have a valid OT license/registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to collaborate with all disciplines.
• Punctual and professional with confidentiality compliance.
• HIPAA compliance and Residents' Rights awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Supervise OT Assistants and coordinate with the care team.
• Collaborate with disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards.
• Report to the Director of Rehabilitation.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

OT degree (MSOT/OTD)

Job description

Occupational Therapist -OT Full Time and PRN

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is looking for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist to join our ever-growing team.

Responsibilities Include:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• The Occupational Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• 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, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

an Equal Opportunity Employer.