Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Sunshine Ranches (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients requiring rehabilitation, develop treatment plans, and provide direct care. You will set realistic goals, document progress, and educate patients and families in therapy methods.

You will also supervise OTAs and collaborate across disciplines to deliver patient-centered care. Qualified candidates have an accredited OT degree, an active state license, and experience in geriatric

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold valid OT license and registration for the state.
• Experience supervising OT Assistants is required.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and patient-service skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct rehab care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals.
• Document patient condition and educate patients/families.
• Oversee OT Assistants and supervise daily activities.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Professionalism & punctuality

Education

Graduated from accredited OT program

Licensed OT in state of practice

Experience supervising OTAs

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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