Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of New Port Richey; Florida; In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Life Care Centers of America in Florida seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care to patients under physician referral in accordance with our standards.

The ideal candidate will hold NBCOT certification, be licensed in the state, and have a BSOT or MSOT. CPR is required on hire and kept current; new grads are welcome to apply.

Experience is preferred but training is available; you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan effective patient care.

Competenze

• NBCOT certification upon hire and state licensure in good standing.
• Graduate of accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT).
• CPR certification upon hire and maintained.
• New grads welcome; 1 year experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (ADLs).
• Establish, assess, and modify measurable goals.
• Oversee and evaluate care by OTAs and Rehab Aides.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service and positive attitude.
• Communicate on an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, and understand English.

Conoscenze

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Formazione

BSOT or MSOT

NBCOT certification upon hire

Licensed/registered in state

CPR certification

Strumenti

Therapy software

Descrizione del lavoro

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