The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients to improve independence and quality of life through individualized care plans. They manage the delivery of care, supervise assistants, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in assisted living and memory care settings.
Requirements summary
Requires a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or a Bachelor's degree with five years of direct practice experience. Candidates must hold a current state license and demonstrate competency in treating older adults with cognitive deficits.
Description Vertis Therapy is a therapist-owned company committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care, and we are continuing to grow.
We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team at a beautiful Assisted Living community with Memory Care in Kansas City, KS.
We are looking for an OT who is enthusiastic about working with older adults and has experience working with memory care residents and those living with cognitive deficits.
The ideal candidate is dedicated to helping residents maintain independence, improve quality of life, and maximize functional abilities through individualized, compassionate care.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Position Options Full-Time Part-Time Consistent PRN Why Join Vertis Therapy?
Flexible scheduling 1:1 patient treatments No weekends required Supportive, therapist-driven culture Opportunity to work closely with residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care settings At Vertis Therapy, we value clinicians who are compassionate, motivated, and dedicated to improving the quality of life for the patients they serve.
The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with orders from a physician through use of therapeutic procedures designed to address deficits in self-care skills and abilities to perform tasks in daily living and work environments and to improve independence, safety, and quality of life. The Occupational Therapists ensures quality, efficient occupational therapy is provided to patients by managing the delivery of care throughout the course of treatment and delegating appropriate components of care to the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant under his/her supervision. The Occupational Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of occupational therapy.
Primary Responsibilities Review available patient information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
Conducts and documents a thorough functional assessment of the patient utilizing standardized procedures.
Includes home/vocational and equipment needs.
Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines.
Benefits
Flexible Scheduling
No Weekends Required
1:1 Patient Treatments
Supportive Therapist-Driven Culture
Record patient progress in the patient record a minimum of every seven (7) days.
Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
Documents the course of treatment in a clear, concise manner, including a discharge summary utilizing the prescribed format.
Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff are working with patients.
Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs.
Inform patients of any potential risk during any procedure.
Work with nursing staff, patient and families to maximize patient's use of functional abilities.
Establish and instruct patient and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
Assist in the referral process when a patient requires additional services following discharge.
Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences regarding patient progress, problem or needs.
Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical accuracy.
Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, patient/referral source satisfaction surveys safety activities and regulatory requirements.
Act in compliance with Vertis Therapy Management policies and procedures, State, Federal and Professional Organization regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
Provide input to the Rehab Director on clinical performance of assistants as requested and appropriate. #HP1
Requirements
Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and five years of direct practice experience. Current license/certification in the state of practice. Prefer current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board. Demonstrated competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Occupational Therapy to the patient population served by this facility. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation. Demonstrated ability to assess patient needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care. Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements. Promote the programs and services of Vertis Therapy through formal and informal interactions with the community. Perform other duties as assigned.
