Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehabilitation care for patients referred by physicians at our Florida facility. The role requires NBCOT certification on hire, a BSOT/MSOT degree, and active state licensure with CPR certification upon hire.

New grads are welcome to apply and 1 year of experience is preferred. The program emphasizes compliance with regulations and Life Care standards.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required on hire; renewal optional
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State with active license
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation; must remain current

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and email
• Liaises with patients and families to plan for patient needs
• Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times
• Makes independent decisions when warranted
• Follows practices, laws, and guidelines governing post-acute care
• Implements and interprets department programs, goals, policies, procedures
• Executes all competencies including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Maintains professional relationships and confidentiality
• Understands and follows company policies and Code of Conduct
• Displays integrity and professionalism

Skills

NBCOT certification

MSOT/BSOT

State license

CPR certification

New grads welcome

Education

BSOT or MSOT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email client

Job description

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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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