OT

Ayden Healthcare (1); Wauseon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayden Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team. The OT will float between Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Ayden Healthcare of Wauseon, delivering individualized therapy in skilled nursing and acute care settings.

The ideal candidate will develop tailored care plans, collaborate with rehab teams, educate families, and help patients regain independence through comprehensive rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible OT in Ohio.
• Experience in skilled nursing and acute care preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to develop and modify individualized care plans.
• Experience with autism spectrum disorders desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Implement interventions to improve physical, cognitive, and emotional function.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques.
• Document progress and adjust plans to achieve outcomes.
• Provide SNF rehabilitation and assist with acute care rehab.
• Coordinate with schools to support children needing OT services.

Skills

Patient communication

Discharge planning

Care plan development

Rehabilitation

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Wauseon is seeking an Occupational Therapist OT.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in skilled nursing facilities. This role involves developing and implementing individualized care plans to assist patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals.

Position will float between Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Ayden Healthcare of Wauseon.

Duties

• Assess patients' needs and develop tailored treatment plans based on individual goals and capabilities.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional functioning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective discharge planning.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies for improving daily living activities.
• Document patient progress and modify care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Provide support in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on rehabilitation for individuals with varying disabilities.
• Engage in critical care settings to assist patients in regaining independence following acute medical events.
• Work closely with schools to support children with special needs, ensuring they receive appropriate occupational therapy services.

Experience

• Proven experience in occupational therapy within skilled nursing facilities or acute care settings is preferred.
• Familiarity with developing care plans and discharge planning processes for diverse patient populations.
• Knowledge of physiology and its application in therapeutic practices is essential.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals are required.
• A commitment to providing high-quality patient service while fostering a supportive environment for rehabilitation. Also hiring PRN.