Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care in our facility in Overland Park, Kansas. The OT will work with physicians and the care team to implement treatment plans and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications include NBCOT certification, a BSOT or MSOT degree, active state licensure, and CPR certification. New grads are welcome, with a preference for candidates with 1 year of experience in post-acute settings.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required at hire; renewal optional.
• BSOT or MSOT from accredited program.
• Active state license and good standing.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• CPR certification at hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (ADLs).
• Establish and modify measurable goals.
• Oversee and evaluate care by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software accurately.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in evacuation of patients.
• Communicate effectively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Email

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient communication

Education

BSOT or MSOT degree

NBCOT certification

State licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

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