Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Lake Lucerne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to assess patients referred for rehabilitation and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with physician-directed goals.

You will lead therapy evaluations, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Strong documentation writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs and establish treatment goals.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment programs.
• Document patient condition and progress, including evaluations and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and goals.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Ensure confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and Residents' rights.

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapist program completion

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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