Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America – Westminster is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab services to residents under physician referral in a post-acute care setting. Led by an experienced Director of Rehab, the team focuses on helping residents regain independence and quality of life.

Requirements include NBCOT certification, BSOT/MSOT, active state licensure, CPR, and 1 year of experience preferred (new grads welcome).

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Active state license in good standing throughout employment
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and email
• Liaises with patients, families, and other departments to plan for patient needs
• Maintain professional standards and confidentiality
• Communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Education

NBCOT certification

BSOT/MSOT degree

State license

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

We are seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist! Led by an experienced Director of Rehab who has been with the building for almost 20 years, this facility also boosts a thriving long term care center with a strong part B focus that elevates our care and assists our residents towards independence. This opportunity is at our LCC of Westminster facility which is located in Westminster, CO, a suburb of Denver & is close to Boulder, CO. Our facility has a 5-star rating for quality measures. We are also recognized with a 4.2 Google Star Rating based on 184 reviews. We hope you will consider joining our team.

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 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