Occupational Therapist, OTR (Healthcare)
Vasona Creek Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and passionate Occupational Therapist (OTR) to join our team, specializing in short-term rehabilitation services. We offer a supportive and dynamic environment where you can make a real difference in patients' lives, helping them regain strength, skills, and confidence after events like joint replacement, cardiac events, and strokes.
About our team:
At Vasona Creek Healthcare our therapy team is committed to providing comprehensive and individualized rehabilitation programs. We pride ourselves on a perfect blend of new graduates and experienced therapists, fostering a collaborative and engaging environment. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team, utilizing our state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and benefiting from the support of 2 dedicated Rehab Aides. Our programs include Acute Neuro Rehab, Aquatic Pool Therapy, and Pain Management, offering a wide range of learning and growth opportunities.
Why you'll love working with us
- Impactful Work: Help patients achieve their highest level of function and independence.
- Advanced Facilities: Work with cutting-edge equipment in our well-equipped gym, including: Recumbent bike, Omnicycle trainer for arms/legs, Upper Body Ergometer, Barihab XS Treatment with Assessment Platform, Speediance Gym Monster, Hydrocollator Chattanooga, ACP ULTRASOUND, TENS AND EMS, and Nex Active Play system playground.
- Professional Development: Benefit from mentorship with experienced staff, including our new grad clinical mentoring program, and continuous training and growth opportunities, including PAM certification possibilities.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a friendly team passionate about patient care and enjoy a fun and supportive workplace culture.
- Efficiency: Utilize personalized laptops for fast and efficient documentation.
- Flexibility: Choose from Full Time, Part Time, or PRN opportunities with flexible scheduling options (e.g., M-F, Tues-Sat, Sun-Thur, Thur-Mon).
- Attractive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and for full-time staff, Healthcare Benefits (including Vision & Dental), 401k, and Paid Time Off.
Your role As an Occupational Therapist (OTR), you will be instrumental in guiding patients through their recovery journey. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders.
- Providing direct patient care and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, adhering to the state practice act.
- Documenting evaluations, progress notes, and other required information accurately and timely, complying with regulatory standards.
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team (supervisor, nurses, other therapists) to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Participating in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation conferences.
- Training nursing staff and patient families on restorative programs and caregiver techniques for a smooth transition to home.
- Recommending and facilitating the acquisition of necessary durable medical equipment (DME) to promote patient independence.
- Participating in discharge planning to ensure a safe and successful return to the highest possible level of function.
- Assisting with in-service training programs for other staff within the facility.
- Ensuring department equipment is maintained in good working order by reporting any issues promptly.
What we're looking for
- Valid Occupational Therapy license
- Strong clinical skills and a commitment to evidence-based practice
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and colleagues
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Dedication to continuous learning and professional growth
If you're an Occupational Therapist seeking a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to positively impact patients' lives, apply to join the Vasona Creek Healthcare team today!
