Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) $5000 SIGN BONUS

Life Care Centers of America; Bruceton (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus (Life Care) $5,000

New Grad Welcome

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care per physician referral, focusing on activities of daily living and functional goals.

New grads are welcome; NBCOT certification upon hire and active state licensure are required, along with CPR. Strong computer skills and teamwork are important for planning and charting patient care across departments.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and departments to plan for patient needs.
• Maintains professional relationships with associates and vendors.
• Follows OT treatment plans and establishes measurable goals.
• Oversees and evaluates care by OTAs and Rehab Aides.

Skills

NBCOT Certification

Licensed OT (State)

CPR Certification

Education

BSOT/MSOT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

$5000 SIGN ON BONUS

NEW GRADS WELCOME

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 attendanceConcentrate 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