Occupational Therapist

We are hiring an Occupational Therapist at Skyland Care Center, in Sylva, NC! Skyland Care Center is a 94 bed Skilled Nursing Facility, with a new rehabilitation wing with 20 private rooms for our short-term rehab patients. At Skyland Care Center, we are transitioning to an in-house therapy model. We are looking to hire a full-time Occupational Therapist who is passionate about improving the quality of our residents' lives. We are actively seeking an OT who aligns with our vision and is dedicated to delivering compassionate care that positively impacts the lives of our residents. As a therapist, your dedication and commitment deserve respect and recognition, and that is what you will find at Skyland Care Center. The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents in accordance with orders of the physician using therapeutic procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional potentials in all areas of a resident's life. The Occupational Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of Occupational Therapy. Responsibilities 1. Review available resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process. 2. Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized procedures. Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs. 3. Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals. 4. Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records. 5. Enter a progress note in the resident record following each treatment session. 6. Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process. 7. Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format. 8. Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff members are working with residents. 9. Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedure. 10. Work with nursing staff, residents and families to maximize residents' use of functional abilities. Qualifications 1. Bachelor/Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy. 2. Current license/certification in the state of practice. 3. Prefer supervision, training and/or experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility. 4. Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization. 5. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person