Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care in post-acute settings. NBCOT certified at hire; degree in OT (BSOT/MSOT); active SC license; CPR on hire; new grads welcome to apply; one year experience preferred.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, develop and monitor treatment plans, document progress, ensure compliance, and promote patient independence in daily living activities.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire.
• OT program graduate (BSOT/MSOT).
• Active SC license/registration in good standing.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.
• New grads welcome; 1 year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and implement OT treatment plans for patients.
• Establish, assess, and modify functional goals.
• Oversee care by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Chart accurately and timely patient progress.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain patient rights and safety; ensure sanitation.
• Respect confidentiality and comply with policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

BSOT or MSOT degree

NBCOT certification

SC licensure/registration

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

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's Code of Conductand completes mandatory Code 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