Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus / tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America’s University Park Care Center in Pueblo, Colorado, seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care for patients under physician referral. NBCOT-certified candidates with active licensure and CPR are preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

The role involves leading OT services in a post-acute setting, collaborating with rehab teams, and fulfilling essential functions while maintaining excellent patient care and compliance with Life Care standards.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire with renewal optional.
• Graduate of accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT).
• Current active OT license and CPR certification during employment.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients’ activities of daily living.
• Oversee and evaluate care provided by OTAs and aides.
• Chart appropriately and timely; use therapy software.
• Communicate effectively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email communication

Education

NBCOT certification

BSOT or MSOT

Active OT license

CPR certification

Job description

$10,000 sign-on bonus or negotiable tuition reimbursement benefits!

University Park Care Center Is Located In Beautiful Pueblo, Colorado. We Focus On Celebrating The Lives Of Our Residents And Patients And The Noble Qualities They Demonstrate, Making Our Nursing Home a Perfect Choice For Individuals In Need Of Short-term Rehabilitation, Long-term Care Or Post-operative Recovery. We Are Proud To Have Achieved The Following Accolades

• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• 4.3 star Google rating with 169 reviews

University Park Care Center Offers

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice
• New Grad Mentorship Program
• Great growth opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $42 to $52
• PRN: $50 to $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’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 judgement
• 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