Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) $5000 SIGN BONUS

About the role

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.

Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire (renewal optional thereafter)
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State; must maintain active license in good standing throughout employment
• One (1) year experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; must remain current during employment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Knowledgeable of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Ability to implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Proficient in all competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete mandatory Code of Conduct and compliance training
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, patients, families, and support departments
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Display integrity and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (e.g., 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
• Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to adequately plan for patient needs

Physical demands

Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Communication

Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• New graduates welcome to apply