Occupational Therapist

About the role

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, organizes and administers occupational therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations and guidelines to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is rendered at all times. The occupational therapist maintains informative, accurate and timely documentation and records management and works collaboratively with all disciplines, adhering to the professional standards of practice guidelines and code of ethics as set forth by the state board of occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistants by providing periodic training and guidance as required to promote the educational needs of the technicians and enhance patient care.
• Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives, and prepare such records and reports as may be required.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic procedures and provide a full range of therapy services in support of patient referrals.
• Provide safe and timely patient care.
• Develop realistic and documented treatment goals that comply with and satisfy the intent of the referring medical staff.
• Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.
• Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems.
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust the patient’s prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modification as required.
• Cookordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in a treatment program, and integrate occupational therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care.

Qualifications

• Currently possess a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Possess, prior to, onboarding and maintain a current, unrestricted license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in assigned state.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

Perks

• Continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE course/training)
• EPA program
• In-house training
• Generous PTO including double-time holiday pay if worked for 8 recognized holidays
• Ledership development through NARA and Management initiatives

Company Culture

• Aligned Mission and Values - Shared company values of Integrity, Respect, Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration between departments - focusing on individualized care for the residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care - Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.

Location

Conveniently located in Waimea (near Eleele and Lihue) on the west side of the beautiful Garden Island, Kauai Care Center, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, embodies the Aloha Spirit. Our staff, residents and their loved ones are ohana (family).