Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Port Orchard

Port Orchard, WA 98366

Posted month ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time
  • Job Description

    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
      working together
    • 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.

      Position Summary

      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.

      Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

      • NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is 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 in post acute care or related setting preferred
      • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

      Specific Job Requirements

      • Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
      • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
      • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
      • Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
      • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
      • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
      • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
      • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
      • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
      • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
      • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
      • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life CaresCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

      Essential Functions

      • Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., 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
      • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
      • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

      An Equal Opportunity Employer