Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist, OT (Full-Time) $7,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Aventura at the Bay, St. Petersburg FL

The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled therapy services to patients in a subacute rehabilitation environment. The OT will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs aimed at enhancing patients’ ability to perform daily living activities and improve overall functional independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment : Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine patients’ needs, goals, and functional limitations.
• Treatment Planning : Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and therapeutic goals.
• Therapeutic Interventions : Utilize various therapeutic techniques to promote rehabilitation and recovery, focusing on improving fine motor skills, coordination, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Patient Education : Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, home exercises, and strategies for maintaining independence.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes in compliance with facility policies and regulations.
• Collaboration : Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, and physicians, to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Continuing Education : Stay updated on best practices, evidence-based techniques, and advancements in occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Education : Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure : Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience : Previous experience in a rehabilitation or healthcare setting preferred.
• Skills : Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Environment

• Full-time position, typically involving direct patient care in a rehabilitation facility.
• May require flexibility in scheduling, including weekends or holidays.

Position requires a background check, more info can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com .