Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Sunshine Ranches (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Florida is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation, develop and administer treatment programs, and educate patients and families. The OT will document outcomes and collaborate with physicians and care teams to optimize patient recovery.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited OT program, a valid OT license, and experience supervising OTAs; long-term care or geriatric care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Hold a valid OT license/registration.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and patient education.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Provide direct patient care and achieve treatment goals.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge notes.
• Educate patients and families in therapy methods.
• Supervise and oversee OTAs.
• Ensure confidentiality and professional standards.

Education

OT degree

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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