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Occupational Therapist (OT)
Job Description
Position Overview:
Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to elevate patient care? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic rehabilitation team. In this role, you won't just be treating patients; you'll be an advocate for their recovery, a guide for their families, and a key contributor to our high-quality standards. Key Responsibilities Lead comprehensive patient evaluations initiated per physician orders and facility guidelines. Develop and implement personalized treatment plans consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels to achieve optimal functional outcomes. Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions, including ADL training, adaptive equipment assessment, and screening of individuals for therapeutic needs. Collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team, including program specialists, to set goals, implement innovative programs, and ensure high-quality patient care. Provide clear directives to and supervise the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students in accordance with State and Federal guidelines. Maintain meticulous documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, and reports, while ensuring all information is accurately keyed into computer systems (EMR/rehab systems). Educate staff, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals on intervention benefits and functional outcomes. Actively participate in quality assurance, customer service activities, and continuing education to maintain clinical excellence.What We Are Looking For Education:
Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum.License:
Current, active, and unencumbered state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.Skills:
Exceptional communication, empathy, and a professional presentation.Experience:
Long-term care experience preferred; must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively.Physical Readiness:
Ability to meet the physical demands of resident care, including lifting and intermittent movement. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.Career Insights for Occupational Therapist
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$83,275 / year median in Tennessee
-6% projected decline