Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN OT - WEEKEND AVAILABILITY

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

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab services on a PRN basis with weekend availability in our Houston area facility. The OT will assess, treat, and document patient progress within regulatory standards and Life Care policies.

Responsibilities include establishing goals, supervising OTAs and rehab staff, and collaborating with physicians and families to support patient independence.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire (renewal optional)
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Current active license in the applicable state throughout employment
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation, kept current during employment

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and email
• Coordinate with patients/families and departments for patient needs
• Maintain body mechanics and safety protocols
• Make independent decisions when warranted
• Follow laws, regulations and Life Care standards in post-acute care
• Execute department programs, goals, policies and procedures
• Maintain patient rights and safety/compliance practices
• Maintain confidential information and professional relationships
• Adhere to Life Care Conduct and compliance training

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Education

NBCOT certification

BSOT/MSOT degree

Current state licensure

Job description

This is a PRN job opening in search of candidates with weekend availability

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