Life Care Centers of America

In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments. 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.. Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT). One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred. Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

occupational therapist

Life Care Center of McMinnville, OR (near Portland) <ul><li>$10,000 sign-on bonus or student loan repayment for full-time opening! </li><li>Mentorship programs available-new grads welcome!</li><li>In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments</li><li>Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states</li><li>Flexible schedules choose what days in the week you want work. </li><li>$15 daily stipend for over 25 Miles commute </li></ul>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 <ul><li>NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward</li><li>Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT)</li><li>Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. </li><li>One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred</li><li>CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. </li></ul>Specific Job Requirements <ul><li>Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail</li><li>Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs</li><li>Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times</li><li>Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action</li><li>Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility</li><li>Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department</li><li>Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation</li><li>Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. </li><li>Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information</li><li>Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures</li><li>Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training </li></ul>Essential Functions <ul><li>Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)</li><li>Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals</li><li>Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students</li><li>Chart appropriately and timely</li><li>Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately</li><li>Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients</li><li>Assist in the evacuation of patients</li><li>Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance</li><li>Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment</li><li>Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team</li><li>Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours</li><li>Read, write, speak, and understand the English language </li></ul>An Equal Opportunity Employer

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