Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

401(k) retirement plan with company +1

Vacation, holidays, personal day, sick

Life insurance

Short/long term disability

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care to patients under physician referral. The role requires NBCOT certification, a BSOT or MSOT degree, and active licensure in the respective state. CPR is required at hire or during orientation, with new grads welcome to apply.

Typical duties include following treatment plans, coordinating with OTAs and students, documenting progress, and communicating with an interdisciplinary team in a SNF setting.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional thereafter.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT).
• Active state license in good standing throughout employment.
• New grads welcome to apply; CPR certification required at hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients.
• Establish, assess, and modify goals that are realistic and measurable.
• Oversee and evaluate care provided by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Chart patient progress promptly and accurately.
• Utilize therapy software effectively for documentation and planning.
• Collaborate on an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.

Education

NBCOT Certification

BSOT or MSOT Degree

Current State Licensure

CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 52 Pay Rate Minimum: 48 Shift: Days

Job Type: Full-time

Wage Range: $48 - $52 DOE

New Grads Welcome

Sign-on Bonus: $7,000

• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
• Life insurance, short/long term disability

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

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.
• 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