What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Virginia Health Rehab position at Virginia Health Services?
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Occupational Therapist - Virginia Health Rehab
Join us at Virginia Health Services, where your passion for compassionate care can transform lives. We commit to prioritizing quality of life and want to help you live your best life too!
Recognizing you have many options; Virginia Health Services is committed to investing in its team members and offers the following benefits:
- Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to ensure our team members are valued and rewarded for their hard work.
- Holiday pay is available for 11 worked holidays, paid at DOUBLE time.
- Paid time off and sick time available as you accrue it (no waiting period).
- Early wage access to some of your paycheck before payday with Netspend Earned Wage Access.
- Group health insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and an employee assistance program.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Referral program with the ability to earn as much as $1,500 for each new hire you refer.
- Training and development opportunities offered in-house at our state-of-the-art Employment, Enrichment and Education (EEE) Center.
We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration, ensuring every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. Together, let’s make a difference!
Locally owned and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia since 1963, Virginia Health Services believes that compassionate care is the foundation of a healthier future. Our commitment extends beyond traditional healthcare; we strive to create lasting relationships that empower individuals and families on their journey to wellness with dignity and respect.
Essential Duties and Qualifications
Essential Job Duties:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents' needs, including assessments of mobility, fine motor skills, cognitive function, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and residents' goals.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to help residents regain or maintain independence in daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and meal preparation.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to care.
- Educate residents and their families on strategies to enhance independence and safety at home and within the facility.
- Monitor and document residents' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to meet evolving needs.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions to promote social interaction and skill development among residents.
- Stay current with best practices and advancements in occupational therapy and geriatric care.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Must hold a current license in the state of Virginia.
- Must possess and maintain proof of current CPR training.
Learn more about us at: http://www.vahs.com
Virginia Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status. We are a drug free workplace.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and responsibilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
