Occupational Therapist - PRN

Theracare INC; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Theracare seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in accordance with physician orders, using therapeutic procedures and assistive devices to maximize functional potential. You will join a dynamic therapy team providing services across SNFs, outpatient facilities, and home health care.

New graduates are welcome. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to collaborate with staff and families, delivering high-quality rehab in Indiana facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
• New grads welcome to apply.
• Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to provide therapy services in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities or Home Health Care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients per physician orders using therapeutic procedures and devices.
• Work as part of a therapy team to support patient functional goals.
• Provide therapy services in multiple settings including SNFs, outpatient, LTC facilities or home health care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

B.S. or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Located in the heart of Indiana, Theracare has been exclusively serving the community since 1996. Theracare is one of the top Indiana providers of contract Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy. A known rehab provider of choice, Theracare has a strong emphasis on customer service and has facilitatedpartnerships with some of the elite nursing homes in Indiana and schools across the country. A commitment to our core values is the foundation to our success. Those values will remain the key priority for our future.

They are:
Integrity - of the individual and the organization
Commitment - to quality in all that we do
Ownership - of our work and our outlook
Creativity- to transcend traditional ideas
Advancement - of our skills and knowledge

Theracare, an employee-owned company, has employees vested in and empowered by client success and satisfaction. Let us exceed your expectation.

Job Description

Skilled Nursing Facility with high number of rehab to home clients

Be part of a dynamic therapy team

Easy access to local Regional Management Staff for Support

Qualifications

The Occupational Therapist would evaluate and treat patients, in accordance with the orders from the physician, through the use of therapeutic procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional potential in all areas of a patient's life. The Occupational Therapist will work as a member of a team providing support and information within the area of Occupational Therapy. The Occupational Therapist will provide therapy services in locations including, but not limited to, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities or Home Health Care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board

Prefer minimum one (1) year experience in rehabilitation

New grads welcome to apply

Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills

Willingness to provide therapy services in locations including, but not limited to, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities or Home Health Care

Demonstrate competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in specific therapy discipline

Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements