Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Description

Job DescriptionWork Environment & Population Served

Our facilities function as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), offering:

• Long-term care for residents needing continuous skilled assistance and compassionate daily support.
• Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for individuals recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.
• Collaborative care through a team-based approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical professionals working in unison.
• A varied patient demographic that includes those with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute care needs.

The patient mix may differ slightly across facilities. As a therapy professional, your role will be to assist patients in achieving functional improvements and enhancing their quality of life within a nurturing, patient-focused setting.

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist (OT) delivers direct rehabilitation services in occupational therapy to patients referred by physicians, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• Must be NBCOT certified upon hiring, with renewal being optional thereafter.
• Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT).
• Currently registered or licensed in the relevant state, with an obligation to maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• Preferred one (1) year of experience in post-acute care or a related environment.
• CPR certification required upon hiring or to be obtained during orientation; must remain current throughout employment.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Engage in community health initiatives and projects as appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and support departments to effectively address patient needs.
• Consistently demonstrate proper body mechanics.
• Make independent decisions when necessary.
• Familiar with practices, procedures, and regulations governing operations in a post-acute care setting.
• Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Exhibit proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, vendors, and others.
• Ensure confidentiality of all proprietary and sensitive information.
• Understand and adhere to organizational policies, including those related to harassment and compliance.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism by following the organization’s Code of Conduct and completing required compliance training.

Essential Duties

• Implement occupational treatment plans for patients (e.g., activities of daily living).
• Set, evaluate, and adjust realistic, measurable, and functional goals.
• Supervise and assess care provided by Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs), Rehabilitation Aides, and students.
• Document care accurately and in a timely manner.
• Utilize therapy software effectively and accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the safe evacuation of patients when necessary.
• Exhibit reliable and consistent attendance.
• Employ reasoning skills and sound judgment in decision-making.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Engage in physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving throughout working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.

An Equal Opportunity Employer