Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Parker (CO); Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

In-house rehab programs

Reimbursed CEUs

Reimbursed Licensure Fees

Zusammenfassung

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.

NBCOT certification and an active state license are required; new grads are welcome. CPR must be current. Position may involve day shifts with clinical responsibilities in a post-acute care setting.

Qualifikationen

• NBCOT certified upon hire, renewal optional
• Graduate of accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State with active license
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation

Aufgaben

• Follow OT treatment plans for patients
• Establish, assess, and modify goals
• Oversee and evaluate care by OTAs and aides
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service to patients
• Communicate on an interdisciplinary team
• Maintain professional relationships and confidentiality

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Body mechanics

Independent decisions

Ausbildung

BSOT/MSOT

NBCOT certified

State license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Jobbeschreibung

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 45 Shift: Day

We offer:

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed Continuing Education Units (CEU) of choice
• Reimbursed Licensure Fees

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $42 - $52
• PRN: $45 - $55

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’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