PRN OT - Flexible Geriatric Rehab

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Fairfax Nursing Center is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to assess and treat patients in need of rehabilitation services. You will work under the direction of the physician to develop and manage individualized treatment programs and to document patient progress.

You will collaborate with the care team, educate patients and families, and ensure compliance with confidentiality and resident rights regulations. Previous long-term care or geriatric experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs.
• Provide direct patient care to evaluate medical condition, functional abilities, limitations and rehab potential.
• Establish and implement a treatment program with goals aligned to patient capacity under physician direction.
• Set realistic, achievable goals for each patient.
• Document and record patient status and progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Complete evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certifications and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and federal resident rights.

Skills

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Geriatric care experience

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

Fairfax Nursing Center is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to assess and treat patients in need of rehabilitation services. You will work under the direction of the physician to develop and manage individualized treatment programs and to document patient progress.

You will collaborate with the care team, educate patients and families, and ensure compliance with confidentiality and resident rights regulations. Previous long-term care or geriatric experience is preferred.