Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Oakland Park (FL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess patients, develop comprehensive rehabilitation plans, and provide direct care in a skilled nursing setting.

You will supervise OT assistants, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Prior geriatric experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold a valid state license/registration.
• Oversee OTAs and coordinate with rehab team.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation/writing skills.
• Perform evaluations, progress notes, re-certifications, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Maintain professional standards and punctuality.
• Protect patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsabilités

• Assess referred patients and provide direct OT care.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans.
• Set realistic goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.

Connaissances

Patient care

Team supervision

Documentation

Geriatric care

Collaboration

Professionalism

Formation

OT degree

State license

Description du poste

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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