Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) Sign-on Bonus 10,000

Valley West Health Care Center

Job Location:

Eugene, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 50 - 55

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Valley West Health Care Center is situated in Eugene Oregona city known for its arts and culture outdoor recreation and the Universityof Oregon. Residents benefit from extensive bike trails the scenic WillametteRiver and a lively downtown with diverse culinary options. Eugenes commitmentto sustainability and community engagement makes it a wonderful place to liveand work.

Valley West Healthcare Center is a long-term care andpost-acute care facility well known for its extraordinary customer servicehigh-quality nursing and therapy services and high employee morale andretention. We are currently looking for a Full-time or PRN Occupational Therapist to join our team.

We offer:

Full-time: $40 - $50/hr DOE
Sign-on Bonus: $10000 for full-time
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 CaresCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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