Occupational Therapist- Part Time

Edisto Post Acute; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development & CEU

Career growth & advancement

Fresh start with new leadership

Job summary

Edisto Post-Acute, an 113-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Orangeburg, SC, is seeking a Part-time Occupational Therapist to join our therapy team under NEW MANAGEMENT.

You will evaluate residents, develop individualized OT treatment plans, and help with ADLs and mobility. Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and families to provide exceptional resident care. Salary ranges $40-$50/hour with benefits for full-time staff and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active South Carolina Occupational Therapist license.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills.
• Passion for helping others achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Help residents improve activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor resident progress and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Supervise staff and student therapists as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters/Doctorate in Occupational Therapy preferred

Job description

NEW MANAGEMENT, NEW OPPORTUNITIES!

Join the Edisto Post-Acute Therapy Team as an Part time Occupational Therapist (OT)!

Edisto Post-Acute is a welcoming 113-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in beautiful Orangeburg, South Carolina, less than a mile from the gorgeous Edisto Memorial Gardens!

Exciting things are happening at Edisto! Our Therapy Department is under NEW MANAGEMENT, bringing fresh energy, new opportunities, and a renewed commitment to teamwork, professional growth, and exceptional resident care!

Do you love helping people regain their independence and improve their quality of life? We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Occupational Therapist to join our growing therapy team!

What We Offer:

• $40-$50 per hour
• Excellent Healthcare Benefits (Full-Time)
• Dental & Vision Insurance (Full-Time)
• 401(k) with Company Match (Full-Time)
• Professional Development & Continuing Education Opportunities
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• A Fresh Start with New Department Leadership!

What You'll Do:

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
• Help residents improve their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and functional independence
• Help residents regain the skills and confidence needed to participate in everyday activities
• Monitor resident progress and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional resident care

What You'll Need:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active, unencumbered South Carolina Occupational Therapist license
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills
• A passion for helping others achieve their rehabilitation goals
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

READY FOR A FRESH START? If you're looking for an exciting opportunity with new leadership, a supportive team, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to meet you!

Come grow with us at Edisto Post-Acute!

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Essential Duties

• Evaluate residents to determine occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), aides, and students.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility. CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach,