LIVIA is a small, family owned company who prioritize patient care and treating our staff well above all else. We are a relatively new company (opened in 2020) who is focused on bringing the human element to the healthcare field. Everything we do is geared towards providing the best care possible for our residents and rewarding our amazing staff for all of their hard work and dedication. We recognize that LIVIA would not exist without our caregivers/team. Competitive wages, strong benefits package, and employee morale programs along with our philosophy were designed to make LIVIA an employer of choice. LIVIA's building is beautiful with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, which make it a great environment to work in. We strive to make your job easier and improve the quality of care for our residents. Occupational Therapist The responsibility of this position includes the day to day therapeutic intervention of appropriate individuals in the rehab environment
Duties and Responsibilities :
Provide direct patient care as prescribed, including evaluation and treatment planning. Responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of records about patient care for all patients on personal case load.
Perform clinical functions:
screens, evaluations, development of treatment plans, and delivery of treatment in accordance with Medicare / Private Insurance / AOTA policies and procedures. Responsible for the correct reporting of billing information to the Director of Rehabilitation regarding all patients on personal case load. Responsible for the reporting and interpretation of treatment results. Participate in development and presentation of in-services for the facility as requested Modify treatment approaches and adapts intervention environment, tools, materials, and activities reflecting the changing needs and according to the individual and his or her social cultural context Provide education to patient's family and/or staff on the specific treatment plan and therapy goals for the patient. Responsible for the coordination and cooperation with other staff members in carrying out the treatment plan as established. Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development. Schedules and prioritizes own workload. Functions according to the AOTA Code of Ethics (AOTA, 1988) and Standards of Practice (AOTA, 1992) of the profession. Supervises COTAs as needed Performs advanced, specialized evaluation or interventions. Contributes to program planning and development in collaboration with an OTR.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy. Certification in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association. Licensed by New Jersey Demonstrates the ability to perform the following tasks without posing a threat to the health or safety of him/herself or others without risk to self, co-workers, caregivers, or patient; lift, turn, move position, and transport the patient into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc. Demonstrates the ability to perform a minimum of minimal assist transfer. Minimal assist transfers are defined for purposes of this document as the ability to lift and control 50 pounds.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance