Occupational Therapist OT

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Hillsboro (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in Hillsboro, TN. The OT will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and deliver direct patient care under physician direction.

The role emphasizes goal-setting based on patient capacity, thorough documentation, and education for patients and families. Supervision of OT Assistants and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team are key parts of the position.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation writing skills.
• Supervisory experience of OTAs.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care and set goals.
• Document patient progress and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

OT License

Geriatric care

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

OT degree

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.

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