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 experienced Occupational Therapist to assess patients requiring rehabilitation services and to design and implement treatment plans. You will document progress and educate patients and families, while coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising OT Assistants, ensuring adherence to professional standards, and maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited OT program and be licensed/registered for the state.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings is preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and goals.
• Develop and administer individualized OT treatment plans under physician direction.
• Document patient progress, goals, and discharge plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and home programs.
• Supervise OT Assistants and collaborate with all disciplines to optimize care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

OT degree (Licensed/Registered)

State license/registration

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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