Occupational Therapy Assistant — Rewarding SNF Therapy

Okeechobee SNF Operations, LLC; Okeechobee (FL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and supportive work环境

Comprehensive benefits package

Resumo da vaga

Okeechobee SNF Operations, LLC, a 210-bed Skilled Nursing Facility, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team. You will work under an OT supervisor to deliver high-quality OTA services to residents, supporting recovery and daily functioning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing and therapy staff, documentation, and adherence to AOTA guidelines within a Florida facility setting. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualificações

• Valid, unrestricted license in your therapy discipline in the state of Florida.
• Meet educational requirements of your licensure.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment.
• Knowledgeable of skilled nursing home regulations, procedures, laws, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the practice of occupational therapy and activities requiring an understanding of occupational therapy.
• Implement the occupational therapy treatment plan as established by the occupational therapist in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) guidelines.
• Record the resident's progress and request reexamination as needed.
• Offer suggestions, provide feedback, and carry out agreed-upon activities with the occupational therapist.
• Interview new and returning residents to assist in determining their health and rate of recovery.
• Document occupational therapy services by charting in the resident medical record.
• Comply with facility policies and procedures for documenting residents receiving occupational therapy services.
• Schedule and coordinate with facility nursing staff therapy sessions for residents as instructed by the occupational therapist or rehabilitation director.
• Prepare required documentation according to facility policy for billing purposes, discharge planning, etc.

Conhecimentos

Florida licensure

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical capability

Descrição da vaga

Okeechobee SNF Operations, LLC, a 210-bed Skilled Nursing Facility, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team. You will work under an OT supervisor to deliver high-quality OTA services to residents, supporting recovery and daily functioning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing and therapy staff, documentation, and adherence to AOTA guidelines within a Florida facility setting. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth.