Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist (OT) offering $2,500 bonus!
Employment: Full Time
Location: HARBORVIEW POST ACUTE, Memphis, TN, US
Harborview Post-Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Memphis, Tennessee, with a capacity for 103 residents. It offers both private and semi-private suites and features amenities such as comfortable common areas, individualized dietary plans, laundry services, and religious services. The facility focuses on providing social and emotional support through its activities and social services programs, ensuring an engaging and supportive environment for its residents.
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.