Occupational Therapist at Wesley Manor, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida

Job Description:

Westminster Woods on Julington Creek is the Natural Choice in active living. We are a five star facility located on beautiful Julington Creek in Northwest St. Johns County. We are currently looking for a Full-Time Occupational Therapist. The position provides patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the interdisciplinary team process. Provide teaching and training to care giving staff. Involvement with the clinical program development.  EOE/DFWP "We honor those who have served."

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Evaluate, identify and treat physical and cognitive deficits that interfere with the resident’s ability to perform daily life activities. Follow recommendations on MD’s orders.


• Design restorative programs and train residents in the use of adaptive equipment.


• Develop and enter Care Plans in the system for each of the resident’s needs. Maintain timely and accurate documentation.


• Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process.


• Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy and Professional Licensure where required by state of law

Experience: Two years clinical experience preferred. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem- solving and decision-making skills. Utilizes effective time management skills. Meet ASHA requirements for the position. Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills.

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