Job Description

Job Description

Setting\n& Population Served \n\n

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled\nNursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

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• Long term care for residents who require\n ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
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• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for\n patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
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• Collaborative care through an\n interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff\n working together
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• A diverse patient population including\n individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute\n needs
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Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy\nprofessional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve\nquality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Position Summary\n

The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

\nEducation, Experience, and Licensure Requirements\n

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• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
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• Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
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• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
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• One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
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• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
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\nSpecific Job Requirements\n

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• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
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• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
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• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
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• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
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• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
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• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
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• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
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• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s  Code of Conduct and completes mandatory  Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
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\nEssential Functions\n

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• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
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• Chart appropriately and timely
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• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
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• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
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• Assist in the evacuation of patients
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• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
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• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
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• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
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• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
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• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Temporary work,

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