Job Type: Full-time, PRN
Salary Range: $45-$55, $50-$55 DOE
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply
Benefits (for Full-time Employees):
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Flexible work schedules
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Career advancement opportunities and pathways to leadership roles
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Paid vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that starts accruing immediately
- Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
- Medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts
Work Environment & Population ServedOur facilities function as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that offer:
- Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
- Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for individuals recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
- Collaborative care through a team-based approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical staff
- A diverse patient demographic including those with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
The patient mix may vary slightly by location. As a therapy professional, you will assist patients in achieving functional improvements and enhancing their quality of life in a supportive, patient-focused setting.
Position Overview
The Occupational Therapist (OT) delivers direct rehabilitation services in occupational therapy to patients referred by physicians, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements
- NBCOT certification required upon hiring; renewal is optional thereafter
- Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy program (BSOT or MSOT)
- Must be currently registered/licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
- One year of experience preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply
- CPR certification required upon hiring or to be obtained during orientation; must remain current during employment
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Engage in community health initiatives/projects as appropriate
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication
- Coordinate with patients, families, and support departments to effectively address patient needs
- Exhibit proper body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when necessary
- Knowledgeable about practices, procedures, and regulations governing operations in post-acute care facilities
- Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
- Demonstrate proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
- Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, vendors, and others
- Ensure confidentiality of all proprietary and sensitive information
- Understand and adhere to organizational policies, including those related to harassment and compliance
- Exhibit integrity and professionalism by following the organization’s Code of Conduct and completing required compliance training
Essential Duties
- Implement occupational treatment plans for patients (e.g., activities of daily living)
- Set, assess, and adjust realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
- Supervise and evaluate care provided by Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs), Rehabilitation Aides, and students
- Document care accurately and in a timely manner
- Utilize therapy software effectively and accurately
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the safe evacuation of patients when necessary
- Demonstrate reliable and consistent attendance
- Employ reasoning skills and sound judgment
- Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
- Engage in physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during work hours
- Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer