Occupational Therapist at Pinewood Nursing Care – Sumter, South Carolina

JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist

DEPARTMENT: Rehab

REPORTS TO: Director of Rehab

DIRECT REPORTS: COTAs, Rehab Aides, or provisional licenses OTs

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt/Hourly

$5000 Sign on Bonus for Full Time / $2500 Sign on Bonus for Part Time

JOB SUMMARY

Evaluates and treats residents and patients with conditions that are mentally, physically,

developmentally, or emotionally disabling to improve their ability to perform tasks of daily

living and working environments in compliance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under a physician's orders, screens and evaluates resident/ patient and develops appropriate care plan.
• Assists resident / patients in performing activities of daily living which may include dressing, cooking, and eating.
• Instructs residents, families and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and aids for eating and dressing.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Certified or registered by the NCBOT.
• Licensed in Occupational Therapy (if required by state law).
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use

and disclosure of resident's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance

with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and

toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may

be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the

position.

Standing - Frequently

Sitting - Occasionally

Walking - Frequently

Use Hands/Fingers to handle or feel - Frequently

Climbing or Balance - Occasionally

Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl - Occasionally

Talk/Hear - Frequently

See - Frequently

Taste/Smell - Occasionally

Reaching/Pulling/Pushing - Frequently

Carry Weight/Lift - Occasionally