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Occupational Therapist (OTR)/ADOR

PACS

#Resident Care #Rehabilitation #Quality Assurance #Patient Advocacy #Interdisciplinary Team #Medical Records #Supervision #Healthcare #Treatment Plans

Quick overview

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat residents to enhance their functional independence and mobility while maintaining accurate medical documentation. They are also responsible for supervising assistants, providing staff training, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support resident care goals.

Requirements summary

The candidate must be a qualified Occupational Therapist (OTR) capable of performing resident assessments and developing individualized treatment plans. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain a safe, compliant treatment environment are essential for this role.

professional certificateQuality AssuranceCommunicationDocumentationPatient CareSupervisionTreatment PlanningSafety ProtocolsInfection ControlRehabilitation

Job description

Job Opening

Occupational Therapist (OTR) –
Full-Time
Location:
Hayward
Gardens
Post
Acute
Starting
Rate: $60 per hour
General
Purpose: Hayward Gardens Post Acute is seeking a dedicated Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) to join our team. In this role, you will evaluate and treat residents, communicate with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintain documentation of services in the medical records. You will also conduct ongoing in-services and training for facility staff.
Essential
Duties:
Resident
Evaluation: Assess residents to determine their occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
Treatment
Plans: Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to enhance mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
Training
Support: Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.

Supervision

Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and related activities, following state practice acts.

Communication

Regularly communicate with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
Meeting
Participation: Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
In-Service
Training: Provide in-service training programs for other staff in the facility as necessary.

Documentation

Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Safe
Environment: Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.

Education

Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Equipment
Recommendations: Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment (DME) for residents to support independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), including adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.

Confidentiality

Maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
Equipment
Maintenance: Report any problems with departmental equipment to ensure it is maintained in good working order.
Quality
Assurance: Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Professional
Relationships: Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues. If you are a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding full-time position at Hayward Gardens Post Acute! We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.