Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time

Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

License reimbursement

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in North Carolina seeks an Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, and implement skilled OT interventions to enhance residents' independence.

You will supervise COTAs, collaborate with care teams, document care, and advocate for residents' dignity. Work location is in person with a dedicated team and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid occupational therapy / OT license
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy / OT program
• Successful criminal background check
• Long-term care facility experience preferred
• EOE

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs)
• Collaborate with other health care professionals in the assessment, planning, and safe implementation of all therapy
• Be a resident advocate where the resident is the center of all we do
• Ensure excellent communication among residents, families, and staff
• Provide clinical documentation
• Create positive resident outcomes
• Respect others by treating them the way we want to be treated
• Demonstrate kindness, compassion, honesty, and integrity at all times
• Help create a culture of superior customer service

Education

Master's (Required)

Job description

WHY OUR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS / OTS LOVE WORKING HERE

We believe in making our people the foundation of who we are. We want a workplace centered on kindness, caring, and compassion where team members meet the high standards and expectations our residents and families deserve. We are proud to offer:

• Competitive wages
• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Disability, Accident and other voluntary insurance plans
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
• Free Employee Assistance Program for all employees
• Opportunities for Career Advancement

Please note that some benefits may only be available to full-time employees and/or certain employee classifications.

OUR WORKPLACE

We are a skilled nursing facility operating 24/7. Our facility is committed to providing the highest quality of care and services assuring human dignity and quality of life for our residents, their families, and our employees.

JOB SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapist / OT position is to be responsible for providing skilled occupational therapy. The occupational therapist will assess, plan, and implement personalized occupational therapy interventions to enhance residents' quality of life and functional independence.

Job responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Supervise and guide certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs)
• Collaborate with other health care professionals in the assessment, planning, and safe implementation of all therapy
• Be a resident advocate where the resident is the center of all we do
• Ensure excellent communication among residents, families, and staff
• Provide clinical documentation
• Create positive resident outcomes
• Respect others by treating them the way we want to be treated
• Demonstrate kindness, compassion, honesty, and integrity at all times
• Help create a culture of superior customer service

Please note that this Job Summary outlines the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid occupational therapy / OT license
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy / OT program
• Successful criminal background check
• Long-term care facility experience preferred
• EOE

We are committed to ensure fair and equal treatment for everyone we employ and are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: In person