Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Carver Ranches (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients and develop comprehensive rehab plans. You will administer therapy, set goals, and document progress while educating patients and families on therapy methods.

Responsibilities include supervising OT Assistants, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Prior experience in geriatric care is preferred, and licensure must be current.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Current state license and registration to practice.
• Experience supervising OT Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Excellent patient service and clinical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehabilitation potential.
• Develop and administer treatment programs with goals.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Document patient condition and progress.
• Supervise OT Assistants.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical excellence

Documentation

Professionalism

Education

OT degree

State license/registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist

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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