Per Diem Occupational Therapist — Senior Care Rehab

The company name is \"The Highlands at Wyomissing\".; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem schedule

Job summary

The Highlands at Wyomissing is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs and develop individualized plans to promote independence in daily living activities. You will fabricate and train residents in adaptive equipment and lead rehabilitation programs within a holistic care team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, educating residents and families, and ensuring compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of Pennsylvania (Required).
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a senior care or long-term care setting (Preferred).
• Current CPR/BLS certification (Required).
• Completion of Highlands Hearthstone Ambassador training within 30 days of employment (Required).

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
• Develop and implement OT plans to promote independence in ADLs.
• Fabricate splints and adaptive equipment as needed.
• Educate residents and families on therapeutic techniques and home safety.
• Monitor and document progress toward therapy goals; adjust plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic care planning.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Empathy, patience

Organization and problem solving

Leadership abilities

Microsoft Office

Adaptive equipment experience

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

PA OT license (current)

Tools

Adaptive equipment fabrication

Splint fabrication

Job description

The Highlands at Wyomissing is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs and develop individualized plans to promote independence in daily living activities. You will fabricate and train residents in adaptive equipment and lead rehabilitation programs within a holistic care team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, educating residents and families, and ensuring compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility standards.