Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

University Park Care Center; Pueblo (CO); Presencial; USD 58.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Life Care Centers of America’s University Park Care Center in Pueblo, Colorado, seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care per physician referral and Life Care standards. The role offers full-time employment with hourly pay and a sign-on bonus or tuition reimbursement benefits.

The OT performs treatment planning, client documentation, and coordination with the care team, while ensuring compliance with licensing and CPR requirements.

Formación

• NBCOT certified upon hire, renewal optional
• Graduate of an 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, must remain current

Responsabilidades

• Follow occupational therapy treatment plans for patients
• Establish and modify realistic, measurable goals
• Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately
• Maintain professional relationships and confidentiality

Conocimientos

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation proficiency

Communication skills

Educación

NBCOT certified

BSOT or MSOT degree

State licensure

CPR certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Descripción del empleo

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 42 Shift: Day

$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 CareCenteroffers:

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

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’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