Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Punta Gorda (FL); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 69 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The OT - Occupational Therapist at Life Care Centers of America provides direct rehab care to patients upon physician referral, working within laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. You will follow treatment plans, establish measurable goals, and oversee OTAs and rehab aides while ensuring accurate charting and compassionate patient care.

There is emphasis on teamwork with families and various departments, adherence to policies, and ongoing professional development to uphold Life Care's

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire (renewal optional)
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT/MSOT)
• Licensed/registered in applicable state and maintain active license
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation

Responsabilités

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (ADLs)
• Establish and modify goals
• Oversee and evaluate care by OTAs and rehab aides
• Chart promptly and accurately
• Utilize therapy software and documentation
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team and patients
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct

Connaissances

Communication skills

Formation

BSOT or MSOT accredited program

NBCOT certification upon hire

Active state license

Outils

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Description du poste

Employment Status: Full-Time Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 50 Pay Rate Minimum: 43 Shift: Day Shift: PRN

$20,000 Sign On for Full Time

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