Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The OT - Occupational Therapist at Life Care Centers of America provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients referred by physicians in a skilled nursing facility setting.

The role requires NBCOT certification, state licensure, and CPR; one year of experience is preferred, with new grads welcome. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, strong communication, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required upon hire, renewal optional
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in the applicable state with active license
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification required upon hire and must remain current

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics and sound judgment
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (activities of daily living)
• Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Education

NBCOT certification

BSOT or MSOT (accredited program)

State licensure active

CPR certification

1 year experience preferred (new grads welcome)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Job Type

PRN

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

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