Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Puyallup is located in a city known forits agricultural roots and community spirit. Residents benefit from the annualWashington State Fair, numerous parks, and a revitalized downtown area withshopping and dining options. Puyallup's friendly and welcoming atmosphere makesit an excellent place to live and work, offering a balance of suburban comfortand easy access to urban amenities in nearby Tacoma and Seattle. With scenictrails, local farmers' markets, and a strong sense of community, Puyallupprovides a high quality of life for residents and employees alike.

Life Care Center of Puyallup is a long-term care andpost-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service,high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale andretention. We are currently looking for a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our team.

We offer:

• PRN: $50-$55/hr DOE
• Mentorship programs available - new grads welcome
• Continuing education and growth opportunities
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments

Position Summary

The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

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

Specific Job Requirements

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

Essential Functions

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer