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Occupational Therapist
Advantage. Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations covering functional abilities, activities of daily living, cognitive and perceptual skills, upper-extremity function, and rehabilitation needs .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in conducting comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans to enhance residents' functional independence. Proficient in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants while maintaining compliance with Pennsylvania regulations.
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Occupational Therapy EvaluationIndividualized Treatment PlansUpper-Extremity FunctionClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary Collaboration
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Hard Skills
Functional Abilities AssessmentCognitive Skills EvaluationTherapeutic Activities ImplementationAdaptive Equipment UtilizationFine Motor Skills TrainingRehabilitation Needs AssessmentProgress EvaluationTreatment Plan ModificationPatient-Centered CareGeriatric Rehabilitation
Soft Skills
Clinical ReasoningCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsIndependenceCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist LicenseACOTE-Accredited Occupational Therapy Program Graduate
Industry Keywords
Skilled NursingPost-Acute RehabilitationPatient Safety StrategiesEnvironmental ModificationsCare Planning
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations covering functional abilities, activities of daily living, cognitive and perceptual skills, upper-extremity function, and rehabilitation needs
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, resident goals, and functional outcomes
- Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions to improve independence with dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and other daily activities
- Address upper-extremity strength, coordination, range of motion, fine motor skills, and functional performance
- Incorporate therapeutic activities, adaptive equipment, compensatory strategies, and environmental modifications
- Evaluate resident progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical response and functional improvement
- Direct and supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with Pennsylvania practice requirements
- Collaborate with Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, nursing, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safety strategies, adaptive techniques, and recommendations supporting continued independence
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional, regulatory, and facility standards
- Participate in care planning, progress reviews, and discharge recommendations
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative, patient-centered rehabilitation environment
Requirements
What you’ll need- Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Current Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure prior to employment
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering individualized, high-quality occupational therapy services
- Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, or post-acute rehabilitation is a plus, but not required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive full-time benefits package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- Continuing education opportunities and CEU resources
- Professional license reimbursement
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Telemedicine resources
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee recognition and referral programs
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Supportive clinical leadership
- Clinical autonomy
- Collaborative team environment