Occupational Therapist - SNF
hace 10 días
San Mateo
Job DescriptionOccupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)Position Title: Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) / Rehab Manager Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem, or Contract Position Summary Teamwork Therapies is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide high-quality rehabilitation services in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). The Occupational Therapist will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and help residents achieve the highest possible level of independence, safety, and quality of life. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Patient Evaluation & Assessment • Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for residents with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex conditions., • Assess functional mobility, activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), cognition, upper extremity function, visual-perceptual skills, balance, coordination, and safety awareness., • Identify adaptive equipment and environmental modification needs. Treatment Planning, • Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders, resident goals, and interdisciplinary recommendations., • Establish measurable short-term and long-term functional goals., • Update treatment plans based on resident progress and changing medical status. Direct Patient Care Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions including: • ADL retraining, • Upper extremity strengthening and ROM, • Fine motor coordination, • Balance and postural control, • Functional mobility training, • Wheelchair positioning, • Transfer training, • Splinting and orthotic management, • Cognitive rehabilitation, • Visual-perceptual training, • Energy conservation techniques, • Home safety education, • Fall prevention strategies, • Adaptive equipment training, • Pain management techniques Documentation, • Complete evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment notes, discharge summaries, and recertifications accurately and within required timelines., • Maintain documentation that meets Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Managed Care, Medicaid, and payer requirements., • Utilize the facility's electronic medical record (EMR) system. Interdisciplinary Collaboration, • Participate in care plan meetings., • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, social workers, dietitians, and nursing staff., • Communicate resident progress and discharge recommendations. Patient & Family Education, • Educate residents and caregivers regarding:, • Home exercise programs, • Adaptive equipment, • Fall prevention, • Safe transfer techniques, • Joint protection, • Energy conservation, • Home safety recommendations Compliance, • Maintain compliance with:, • Medicare and Medicaid regulations, • CMS requirements, • State and federal regulations, • Facility policies, • HIPAA requirements, • Infection prevention procedures Quality Improvement, • Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives., • Assist with outcome tracking and clinical quality measures., • Maintain productivity standards established by the facility. Qualifications Required • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program., • Current California Occupational Therapist license in good standing., • Current CPR/BLS certification., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Preferred, • Minimum of one year of Skilled Nursing Facility or adult rehabilitation experience., • Experience with Medicare Part A, Part B, Managed Care, and PDPM., • Experience using Net Health, Rehab Optima, Casamba, PointClickCare, or similar EMR systems. Knowledge & Skills, • Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities., • Knowledge of geriatric rehabilitation principles., • Familiarity with PDPM reimbursement guidelines., • Excellent time management and organizational skills., • Ability to prioritize caseloads efficiently., • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Physical Requirements, • Ability to lift, transfer, position, and assist residents safely., • Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation., • Ability to demonstrate therapeutic activities and exercises. Benefits (if applicable), • Competitive compensation, • Flexible scheduling, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Paid holidays, • Continuing education reimbursement, • 401(k) with employer match, • Professional development opportunities, • Clinical mentorship and support Why Join Teamwork Therapies? At Teamwork Therapies, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered rehabilitation services while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our therapists are empowered to provide evidence-based care, build meaningful relationships with residents, and make a lasting impact on functional outcomes and quality of life. We value clinical excellence, teamwork, integrity, compassion, and continuous professional growth.