Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Carver Ranches (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess referred patients, develop and manage rehabilitation plans, and set goals under physician direction. The role requires documenting patient progress and educating families to facilitate recovery in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include supervising OT Assistants, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering patient-centered care with a focus on clinical

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assess patient medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehab potential.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals set by physician direction.
• Document patient progress and educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Coordinate with care teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Supervise OT Assistants and delegate duties as appropriate.
• Ensure confidentiality and residents' rights are maintained.

Skills

Licensed OT

Geriatric care experience

Documentation skills

Team supervision

Professionalism

Punctuality

Education

Accredited OT program

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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