OT PRN

Stern-Therapy-Consultants; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited employee referral bonus

Job summary

Stern-Therapy-Consultants is seeking an OT Occupational Therapist to join our skilled nursing facility in Waterbury, Connecticut. This PRN or part-time position focuses on providing personalized care to enhance patient independence through tailored treatment plans.

The successful candidate will assess patient needs, offer education to families, and utilize effective communication skills to document and explain treatment processes.

Qualifications

• Must have an active state OT license.
• Experience in skilled nursing facilities required.
• Ability to assess and document treatment plans and progress.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans to improve patient independence.
• Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Assess patient's motor skills and abilities.

Skills

strong written and verbal communication skills

therapeutic techniques

patient assessment skills

Education

Active State OT License

Job description

Job Overview

Our skilled nursing facility is looking for an OT Occupational Therapist to fill a PRN or part‑time position. The OT will work in our skilled nursing facility providing exceptional, personalized care that addresses each resident’s unique needs. The OT will develop treatment plans and establish treatment goals to improve functional independence of patients. You will provide education and training to patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses and progress.

Using therapeutic techniques, you will improve, rehabilitate, or maintain the patient’s motor skills and overall ability to perform everyday activities. The OT will assess the patient’s physical, communication and cognitive skills to develop a treatment plan. You must have strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively understand the needs of your patients and explain the treatment process. Additionally, you must be able to clearly document treatment plans and progress, as well as effectively communicate with the patient’s family or caregiver.

Qualifications and Requirements

• An active state OT license is required.
• Some SNF experience is required.
• This is an as‑needed position; no hours guaranteed.
• Multiple locations offered, optional, for PRN coverage; potential full‑time opportunities possible at additional locations.
• Unlimited employee referral bonus.
• This is a direct hire position; we are not an agency.