Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Company: Life Care Center of Richland
Location: Richland
Posted on: April 8, 2025

Job Description:

Life Care Center of Richland is located along the Columbia River, offering residents stunning waterfront views and a plethora of outdoor activities. The city boasts a strong sense of community, excellent educational institutions, and a growing tech industry. Richland's numerous parks, trails, and cultural events provide a vibrant and active lifestyle.

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Life Care Center of Richland is a long-term care and post-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service, high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale and retention. We are currently looking for a full-time and PRN Occupational Therapist to join our team.

We offer:

* Full-time: $40 - $55/hr DOE
* PRN: $55 - $60/hr DOE

* In-house rehab programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams

* Part of a network of nearly 200 skilled nursing facilities
* Continuing education and growth opportunities

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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