Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist at Casa of Hobart is responsible for evaluating and treating patients with special equipment and daily activities to improve their functional abilities.

Essential Duties

• Evaluate and treat residents with disabilities, illnesses, or injuries using special equipment and therapeutic activities.
• Attend all required facility meetings and in-services, including Medicare meetings, patient staffing, family meetings, and care plans.
• In cooperation with the Program Manager and Regional Manager, develop programs to assist residents in achieving their highest feasible level of functioning.
• Aid the facility in meeting necessary certifications from state, federal, and other appropriate sources.
• Follow facility infection control policies and OBRA Resident’s Rights Guidelines.
• Schedule residents on caseloads and participate in all required in-services and meetings.
• Present professionally, including maintaining professional conduct, communication, and appropriate dress.
• Report directly to the Program Manager for oversight of clinical, documentation, and compliance skills.

Benefits

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Referral and Retention Incentives
• Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Indiana.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, illnesses, or injuries.
• Knowledge of therapeutic use of daily activities and special equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement effective treatment programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in following facility infection control policies and OBRA guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Therapeutic use of daily activities
• Special equipment utilization
• Program development and implementation
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Infection control and OBRA guidelines

Pay

$2500 Sign on Bonus

Schedule

Part-Time / PRN