Occupational Therapist (OT)

Company: Deer Meadows Rehabilitation and Nursing
Location: Abingdon
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Deer Meadows Rehabilitation and Nursing - Occupational Therapist (OT)
Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us! -
We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT)
While working here, you will enjoy:

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• Employee Engagement Activities
  
• Positive work environment
  
• Excellent Training
  
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
  
  Duties and Responsibilities of a -Occupational Therapist (OT): -
  
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  • Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
    
  • Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. -
    
  • Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. -
    
  • Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
    
  • Document and record the patients' condition
    
  • Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
    
  • Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
    
  • Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
    
  • Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
    
  • Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
    
    Qualifications/Requirements of a Occupational Therapist (OT):
    
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    • Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
      
    • Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
      
    • Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
      
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