Registered Occupational Therapist (Ot)

Life Care Center of Hilo, HI

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Continuing education and growth opportunitiesExcellent benefits and competitive wagesVoted the 2024 Best Nursing Home by U.S. New & World ReportTLDR: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 HiloEstablished 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.BenefitsAvailable after 3 weeks of part- and full-timeHealth, dental and vision through HMSA or Kaiser200 hours of paid days off accrued – can be used as a time bank!Life insurance401k matching (after 3 months)Employee of the month potentialHealth and wellness competitionsEngaging all-staff meetings once a monthHoliday celebrations for all staff and residents– Chinese New Year, Bon Dance, Christmas, and more!Position SummaryThe 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 RequirementsNBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forwardGraduate 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 preferredCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job RequirementsParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mailLiaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needsMust demonstrate good body mechanics at all timesMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsFollow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goalsOversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and studentsChart appropriately and timelyUtilize therapy software appropriately and accuratelyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer