Occupational Therapist - PACE
Occupational Therapist - PACE
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Empath Health is seeking a compassionate Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary PACE team in Bradenton FL. In this role youll provides clinical occupational therapy evaluation and treatment for Suncoast PACE program participants on acute restorative or maintenance levels as needed by Day Center ALF Nursing Home or in-home setting. This is more than a jobits a mission.
What is PACE
The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a unique care model designed to help older adults remain independent and safe in their own homes.
Relationship-Based Care with Real Impact: Build lasting connections with participants supporting their independence and mobilitythis is a meaningful alternative to inpatient rehab or traditional outpatient care.
Team-Driven Preventive Focus: Collaborate with physicians nurses social workers and other clinicians in a true interdisciplinary care model focused on prevention and holistic well-being.
Why Join Empath Health
- Competitive salary
- Full benefits: medical dental vision life insurance and retirement with match
- 5 weeks PTO and employee wellness programs
- CEU support and tuition reimbursement
- Mission-first people-centered culture committed to Full Life Care
What Youll Do
- Under the supervision of the PACE Rehab Supervisor participates as a member of the Initial Care Plan team completing Home Safety Evaluations for potential new enrollees to the PACE program.
- Participates a member of the Hospital-Short Term Nursing Home Transitions Team as needed to assist with discharge planning for transition from hospital to home hospital to short term nursing home placement and/or from short term nursing home stays back to community-based setting.
- Serves as a required member of the Interdisciplinary Team and may attend IDT meetings daily if the assigned OT for one of the IDT teams is on vacation.
- Conducts an in-person initial comprehensive occupational therapy assessment on all Suncoast PACE participants upon enrollment and coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team on a Plan of Care for each participant.
- Evaluates participants needs. Follow-up with participants during treatment explaining precautions to take.
- Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in accordance with the FL OT State Practice Act once a plan of care established.
- Constructs or provides orthotic and adaptive equipment as needed.
- Conducts assessment and coordination of home modification program including installation of equipment and other changes to support independence and safety.
- Assists as liaison with Suncoast PACE nursing home and assisted living staff regarding occupational therapy needs of participants who are their residents.
- Evaluates charts and reports on participants progress documents occupational therapy notes in the participants medical record.
Position Requirements
- Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum.
- Legally authorized currently licensed registered or certified if applicable to practice in the state of Florida.
- Minimum one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population
- Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Word Excel PowerPoint MS Outlook
- Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
- For field-based positions employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide valid FL drivers license and proof of valid automobile insurance a copy of which will be placed in the employees HR file.
What Youll Find at Empath Health
At Empath Health you wont just find a jobyoull find purpose partnership and possibility. As part of our mission-driven team youll deliver extraordinary Full Life Care that supports not only the body but also the heart and spirit of every person we serve.
- Mission with Meaning: Join a team dedicated to life-changing care delivered with dignity and empathy.
- Belonging & Connection: Work in a culture where every voice matters and collaboration drives success.
- Growth & Support: We invest in your development with resources training and career advancement opportunities.
- Diversity is Our Strength: We embrace and celebrate different perspectives backgrounds and experiences.
Together we serve. Together we grow. Together we bring empathy to life.
Employment Type
Full-Time
