Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients referred for rehabilitation and to develop and oversee individualized treatment plans. You will work under physician direction to set goals, document progress, and educate patients and families in effective therapy methods.

Successful candidates will have an accredited OT degree, valid license, and experience in geriatric or long-term care settings, with strong documentation and

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold a valid OT license/registration for practice.
• Experience supervising OT Assistants is required.
• Long-term care/geriatric care experience preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and reporting.
• Able to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and administer therapy plans with patient-focused goals.
• Document patient progress and outcomes, with weekly notes and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to optimize care.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Licensed OT

Geriatric care

Clinical documentation

Patient education

Education

Master of Occupational Therapy

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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