Occupational Therapist

Compensation

$47.00 - $57.00 per hour

Job Type : Full Time

DESCRIPTION

PRN Occupational Therapist (OT) 

Job Description: 

The Occupational Therapist plays a pivotal role in the rehab department at our skilled nursing facility, promoting the physical well-being and functional recovery of our residents. 

Responsibilities: 

Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive physical assessments to determine residents' physical impairments and functional limitations, focusing on mobility, balance, and gait. 

Individualized Care Plans: Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments, with clear goals for improving residents' functional mobility. 
 

Treatment: Administer therapy interventions, including exercises, manual techniques, and modalities, to enhance residents' physical function. 
 

Education: Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress. Conducts remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring(RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care. 

Documentation: Comfortable and knowledgeable with Point of Service( PoS) care delivery and documentation. Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs( InnovaHealth/Net Health/PCC). 

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with the rehab team, including Physical Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists, to ensure comprehensive care for residents. 

Qualifications: 

State licensure as an Occupational Therapist. 

EMR and MS office applications. 

CPR/BLS certification. 

Knowledge of Section GG data collection and documentation requirements. 

Strong clinical and interpersonal skills. 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Ability to supervise assistants, technicians/aids and student/interns. 

Modality Certification + 

Experience in LTPAC/LTC clinical programs are always a plus