Occupational Therapist OT

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

Job summary

The Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our caregiving team. The full-time and PRN position involves patient assessments, designing and supervising therapy plans, and collaborating with physicians to support recovery and daily functioning.

Ideal candidates hold an OT license, experience in geriatric or long-term care settings, and strong documentation skills to capture progress, goals, and discharge planning while educating patients and

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited OT program and be licensed in the state.
• Oversee Occupational Therapy Assistants and supervise staff.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills for evaluations, progress notes, re-certification and discharge.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment programs.
• Set realistic goals and document patient progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

Licensure

Clinical supervision

Documentation

Patient care

Time management

Communication

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

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.