Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Old Hickory (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab in a post-acute setting. You will work with patients upon physician referral, following all laws and Life Care standards. NBCOT certification on hire, BSOT/MSOT, and active state license are required; CPR is required on hire or during orientation.

One year experience preferred; new grads welcome. You will collaborate with OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students, chart patient progress, and maintain confidentiality while

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification on hire is required.
• BSOT or MSOT degree from an accredited program.
• Active state license in good standing.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow OT treatment plans for patients (ADLs).
• Establish, assess, and modify measurable, timely goals.
• Oversee care by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Chart accurately and timely.
• Use therapy software correctly.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude.
• Assist in patient evacuation.
• Maintain dependable attendance.
• Use good judgment and reasoning.
• Work on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit/stand/bend/lift/push/pull/move during shifts.
• Read/write/speak English.

Skills

NBCOT Certification

Licensed/Registered OT

CPR Certification

Education

BSOT/MSOT Degree

Active State License

Job description

UP TO $5000 SIGN ON BONUS

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