Occupational Therapist (OT) - FT

Description: JEFFREY PLACE HEALTHCARE CENTER is looking for Occupational Therapist (OT).
This position will work between We believe our residents deserve a great life.
Our commitment is to provide love, attention, and optimal care one resident at a time.
We realize consistently fulfilling this commitment depends on the success of caring professionals like you, who build their careers with us.
Together, we are setting the standard in the delivery of rehabilitation, quality post-acute services and long-term care.
Now more than ever, your skills and dedication can make a difference for those who need it most.
Come make a difference with us! WE OFFER: • Medical, vision and dental insurance • Employer-paid life insurance • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Flexible schedules • Long term growth and advancement opportunities • And more….
JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Rehabilitation Manager, Evaluates and treats residents and patients with conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling to improve their ability to perform tasks of daily living and working environments in compliance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
Under a physician’s orders, screens and evaluates resident/ patient and develops appropriate care plan.
Instructs residents, families and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and aids for eating and dressing.
Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current license in Occupational Therapy (if required by state law).
State approved certification to provide advanced level treatments where applicable.
Requirements: REQUIREMENTS: Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information.
Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT: Shift work may be required.
Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear.
Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.
Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.