Occupational Therapist OT

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center at Arrowhead in Glendale, AZ is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care to patients upon physician referral. You will conduct OT evaluations, develop care plans, and collaborate with the care team to achieve short- and long-term functional goals.

We value dependable, compassionate clinicians who can communicate effectively with patients and families, perform in a busy clinical setting, and uphold company policies.

Qualifications

• Current OT License required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Active Fingerprint clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Occupational Therapy Evaluations and develop care plans.
• Coordinate with patients, families and care team for goals.
• Monitor movements to prevent injuries.
• Document therapy notes and hours daily.
• Assist in patient recovery and daily functional skills.
• Maintain safety and comply with policies.

Education

Current OT License

CPR/BLS Certification

Active Fingerprint card

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Center at Arrowhead - GLENDALE, AZ, Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00Hourly, About Us:

The Center at Arrowhead is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patients transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

About Us:The Center at Arrowhead is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patients transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

Purpose of Job Position

The Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupation therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicate laws, regulations and policies.

Job Function

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to perform Occupational Therapy Evaluations, complete care plans, establish goals, and communicate frequently with OTA’s who will assist in implementing the above
• Work closely with patients, family members and other care team members to adequately plan for patient needs, to include short term and long term goals
• Verify patient information and confirm purpose of treatment
• Monitor each movement to ensure the patient is performing them properly to avoid new/further injuries
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans
• Chart appropriately and daily, to include therapy notes, treatment times and labor hours
• Assist patients in recovery and improving skills needed for daily functionalities
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions
• Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
• Must be able to make safe, independent decisions when circumstances arise
• Must be knowledgeable of occupational therapy policies and procedures as well as the laws and regulations
• Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
• Understand and comply with company policies
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
• Must demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
• Must have excellent customer service, clinical skill, and communication and positive attitude
• Be able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds, safely transfer patients, and participate in staff training related to safe patient handling
• Must demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
• Must be able to work effectively and productively

Education and Certification Requirement

• Current OT License
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Active Fingerprint card