Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Attleboro (MA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an OT to provide direct rehabilitation services to patients under physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws and Life Care standards. The role requires NBCOT certification, an accredited OT degree, and an active state license, with CPR certification upon hire.

New grads are welcome and 1 year of experience is preferred. Responsibilities include following treatment plans, setting functional goals, supervising OTAs and rehab staff, accurate

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire or required soon after
• Graduation from accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Current active OT license in the applicable state
• CPR certification required upon hire
• New grads welcome to apply; 1 year experience preferred

Responsabilités

• Follow OT treatment plans and activities of daily living strategies
• Set, assess, and update realistic, measurable goals
• Oversee and evaluate care provided by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Chart patient information accurately and promptly
• Utilize therapy software for documentation and progress notes
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude
• Assist in the evacuation of patients when needed
• Maintain regular attendance and professional conduct

Connaissances

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Customer service

Formation

NBCOT certification

BSOT/MSOT degree

Active state OT license

CPR certification

Outils

Therapy software

Description du poste

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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 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
• 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