Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) - Kennewick Washington

Company: Life Care Centers of America
Location: Kennewick, Washington
Posted On: 06/25/2024

Job DescriptionLife Care Center of Kennewick Is hiring for a Full Time or PRN Occupational Therapist!

• Potential sign on bonus or up to $15,000 tuition reimbursement for Full Time
• In-house rehab programs
• Part of a network of 200+ skilled nursing facilities
• Continuing education and growth opportunities
• Onsite mentorship availablePosition 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 Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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 languageAn Equal Opportunity EmployerBy submitting your interest in this job, you agree to receive text notifications with additional steps to complete your job application. You will receive up to 6 messages from the number "63879". Message & data rates may apply. Please refer to our privacy policy for more information. More...

            

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