Part-Time Occupational Therapist – Geriatric Rehab

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Shackle Island (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care, assessments, and rehabilitation planning. The role includes documenting patient progress and coordinating with the care team.

The OT will establish treatment programs, set realistic goals, and educate patients and families on therapy methods. Licensing and supervision of assistants are required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation writing skills.
• Experience with evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrates exceptional patient service and clinical excellence.
• Punctuality and professionalism in scheduled hours.
• Follows confidentiality, HIPAA and Residents Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services and determine capacity for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient status and educate patients and families in therapy methods.

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care, assessments, and rehabilitation planning. The role includes documenting patient progress and coordinating with the care team.

The OT will establish treatment programs, set realistic goals, and educate patients and families on therapy methods. Licensing and supervision of assistants are required as part of the role.