Occupational Therapist, OT Full Time, Part Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Terra Mar (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess and treat patients in a comprehensive rehabilitation program. The OT will lead treatment plans, set realistic goals, and monitor progress while educating patients and families.

Responsibilities include supervising OT Assistants, documenting outcomes, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid OT license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and determine potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document patient condition and progress; educate patients and families in therapy approaches.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care and maintain professional standards.

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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