Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

Life Care Centers of America; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Arizona seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab services to patients under physician referral. The role requires NBCOT certification, state licensure, and CPR certification, with prior clinical experience preferred.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document care plans, and support patients in activities of daily living while upholding Life Care standards and compliance.

Qualifications

• New graduates welcome to apply and may start after licensure.
• Must be NBCOT-certified upon hire and maintain licensing.
• CPR certification required at hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow OT treatment plans and participate in patient care.
• Plan for patient needs through liaising with patients and families.
• Oversee OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students when applicable.
• Maintain accurate charting and documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet goals.

Skills

Good communication

Team collaboration

Decision making

Professionalism

Education

NBCOT certification

BSOT or MSOT degree

State licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

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