Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Life Care Center of Acton, MA is seeking a dedicated full-time Registered Occupational Therapist who can provide direct rehab care while serving as an assistant director of rehab. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for new full-time hires.

The OT will deliver therapy per physician referrals, maintain licensure, and participate in in-house rehab programs. You will join a network of 200+ facilities and have opportunities for continuing education and growth within Life Care.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in the applicable state with active license.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (activities of daily living).
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable goals.
• Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

BSOT/MSOT

NBCOT certification upon hire

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 47 Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 37 Pay Rate Minimum: 50 Shift: Days Shift: PRN

Life Care Center of Acton is looking for a dedicated full-time registered occupational therapist that can provide direct rehab care while being an assistant director of rehab. $5,000 sign on bonus available for full-time new hire registered Occupational Therapist starts.

Life Care Center of Acton, MA

• In-house rehab programs
• Part of a network of 200+ skilled nursing facilities in 27 states
• Continuing education and growth opportunities

Live the Mission

Position Summary

The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
• Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language