Occupational Therapist

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The Occupational Therapist will provide individualized, evidence-based therapy services to help residents improve independence with activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, coordination, strength, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide skilled interventions to improve independence with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Implement therapeutic exercises, functional activities, fine motor coordination, cognitive interventions, and neuromuscular re-education.
• Assess and recommend adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environmental modifications.
• Address upper extremity function, positioning, splinting, and functional mobility as appropriate.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical needs.
• Complete timely and accurate evaluations, progress notes, and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safety, adaptive techniques, and discharge recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare guidelines, state regulations, and facility policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR/BLS certification as required.
• 1–2 years of experience preferred; SNF or geriatric rehabilitation experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare Part A and Part B, PDPM, and skilled documentation preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with electronic medical records such as Net Health, or Rehab Optima.
• Knowledge of geriatric rehabilitation, ADL retraining, cognitive rehabilitation, upper extremity rehabilitation, and fall prevention.
• Experience with adaptive equipment, splinting, positioning, and functional independence training.
• Experience working in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation settings.

What We Are Looking For

A team-oriented Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping residents regain independence in daily activities, achieve meaningful functional outcomes, and improve their overall quality of life.

Requirements

• Texas Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Clean background check
• Authorized to work in the United States of America for any employer