Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility setting. This position focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to a primarily geriatric population, including short-term rehab patients and long-term care residents.
The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions designed to restore functional independence, improve safety, and enhance overall quality of life. This role requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, productivity-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and establish individualized plans of care
Provide skilled treatment targeting ADLs, functional mobility, strength, balance, cognition, and safety awareness
Implement fall prevention strategies and environmental modifications
Recommend and train residents in adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques
Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, recerts, and discharge summaries
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including PT, SLP, nursing, and case management
Supervise and direct COTAs in accordance with state practice guidelines
Maintain productivity standards while ensuring patient-centered care
Ideal Candidate:
Active OT license in practicing state
SNF or geriatric experience preferred
Strong clinical reasoning and time management skills
Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term care caseloads
This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and committed to driving meaningful functional outcomes in a team-oriented environment.