Registered Occupational Therapist (PRN) – Rehab Focus

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

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Occupational Therapist (PRN) in Spokane, WA to provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy upon physician referral in accordance with all laws and Life Care standards.

You will join an interdisciplinary team to help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment. NBCOT certified, licensed and CPR current are required; new grads welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 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
• 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

Skills

NBCOT certified

OT degree

State licensure

CPR certified

1 year experience preferred

Education

BSOT/MSOT degree

Active state license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Occupational Therapist (PRN) in Spokane, WA to provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy upon physician referral in accordance with all laws and Life Care standards.

You will join an interdisciplinary team to help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment. NBCOT certified, licensed and CPR current are required; new grads welcome to apply.