Registered Occupational Therapist (Ot)
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Job Description
Life Care Center of Hilo, HI
- NEW GRADS WELCOME!
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
- Excellent benefits and competitive wages
Voted the 2024 Best Nursing Home by U.S. New & World Report
TLDR:
Searching for a focused, caring, and patient OT - Occupational Therapist that can provide direct rehab care to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
About Life Care Center Hilo
Established in 1970, Life Care Center of Hilo radiates compassionate care, aligned focus, and a team-oriented workforce. Everyone that joins our facility moves forward with the same goal: to give the best care possible to our residents .
With over 250 beds, 2 secured units , and a variety are care needs, Life Care Center Hilo offers an abundance of opportunity . With us, you have a chance to learn, support the future of Life Care Center, and grow into the rehabilitation professional you were meant to be.
Whether you’re fresh from college or have several decades of experience under your belt, we welcome you to our facility.
Benefits
Available after 3 weeks of part- and full-time
Health, dental and vision through HMSA or Kaiser
200 hours of paid days off accrued – can be used as a time bank!
Life insurance
401k matching (after 3 months)
Employee of the month potential
Health and wellness competitions
Engaging all-staff meetings once a month
Holiday celebrations for all staff and residents– Chinese New Year, Bon Dance, Christmas, and more!
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
- 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 language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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