Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) Sign-on Bonus $7,000

Full-time and PRN positions available.

Pay

• $48 – $52 per hour (DOE)
• $58 – $65 per hour (DOE)
• $7,000 sign-on bonus

Benefits (Full-time)

• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave (accrues from day one)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Accounts

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long-term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire (renewal 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 graduates welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; must remain current during employment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Knowledgeable of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Responsibilities

• Provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards
• 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 accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate, use reasoning skills, and exercise 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
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Liaison with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs
• Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Perform proficiently in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Maintain professional working relationships with associates and vendors
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete mandatory training