Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Attleboro, MA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehabilitation services upon physician referral. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and adherence to Life Care standards.

The ideal candidate may be a new graduate or have up to one year of experience, with NBCOT certification, active state licensure, CPR, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and email. You will collaborate with the care team to plan and implement therapeutic activities.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required or pursued upon hire.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT/MSOT).
• Active state licensure and CPR certification.
• New grads welcome; up to 1 year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (ADLs).
• Establish, assess, and modify goals and care plans.
• Oversee and evaluate care provided by assistants and students.
• Chart appropriately and timely patient progress.
• Utilize therapy software for documentation and tracking.
• Provide excellent customer service and team collaboration.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and confidentiality.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

NBCOT certification

BSOT or MSOT

Active state licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

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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 actionKnowledgeable 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer