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Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR) FT

Lakeland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Lakeland, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2025

Job Title : Occupational Therapist

Reports to : Director of Rehabilitation Services

Purpose :

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and provide occupational therapy services in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The goal is to maintain a high degree of quality care for residents.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Program Planning and Development :

Develop and organize occupational therapy programs and activities in accordance with nursing care regulations.

  • Create and maintain occupational therapy standards.
  • Utilize outcome measurement tools to standardize therapy methods.
  • Patient Care :
  • Review physician orders and schedule therapy as prescribed.

  • Select and administer rehabilitative and therapeutic exercises based on medical history.
  • Assist in discharge planning, care plans, and quarterly resident assessments.
  • Maintain detailed treatment records, resident files, and progress notes.
  • Quality Assurance and Compliance :
  • Assist with the development of quality assurance programs for occupational therapy services.

  • Maintain compliance with therapy laws, professional standards, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Administrative Functions :
  • Interpret and explain occupational therapy policies to staff, residents, and families.

  • Ensure accurate therapy service charges and timely documentation.
  • Participate in facility committees as needed.
  • Safety and Sanitation :
  • Ensure therapy areas are safe, clean, and equipped with necessary materials.

  • Follow infection control procedures and use safety equipment when required.
  • Qualifications :
  • Education :
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

  • Experience :
  • Minimum of two years of experience in a hospital or nursing care facility is preferred.

  • Licensure :
  • Must hold a current, unencumbered occupational therapy license in the state of practice.

    Skills :

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work with diverse populations, including the elderly and disabled.
  • Knowledge of occupational therapy procedures and best practices.
  • Proficiency in documentation and use of therapy-related software.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Must be able to lift, move, and carry up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and move intermittently during working hours.
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