Occupational Therapist, OT, Full Time

CareRite Centers, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation provider in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to assess patients and provide high-quality rehabilitation services. Responsibilities include developing treatment programs based on patient needs and documenting their progress. Ideal candidates will have a valid license, experience in long-term or geriatric care, and strong patient service skills. This role offers an opportunity to work in a team-focused environment with an emphasis on clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Well versed with documentation writing.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with specific goals.
• Document and record patient conditions and educate families.

Skills

Exceptional patient service skills

Ability to demonstrate clinical excellence

Education

Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university

Job description

Occupational Therapist

The Pearl at Fort Lauderdale is looking for a talented full time Occupational Therapists to join their 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, HIPAA and Federal Residents Rights.

An Equal Opportunity Employer