Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Palm Aire (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center seeks an Occupational Therapist to assess patients, develop and oversee rehabilitation plans, and document progress under physician direction.

The role emphasizes setting realistic goals, patient and family education, and collaboration across disciplines to deliver high-quality geriatric care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited OT college or university.
• Must hold a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and functional status.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals based on patient capacity and physician direction.
• Set realistic goals, document patient progress, and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Supervising staff

Documentation skills

Geriatric care

Education

OT degree from accredited 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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