Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Carver Ranches (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to oversee patient rehabilitation in a long-term care setting. You will assess referred patients, establish treatment goals, and implement therapy plans under physician direction.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, educating patients and families, supervising OTAs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited OT program/university.
• Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist within the state.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and administer patient-specific treatment programs.
• Document patient condition and progress in records.
• Educate patients and families in appropriate therapy methods.

Skills

Licensed OT

Long-term care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

OT degree

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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