<b> Life Care Center of Hilo, HI</b> <b><br></b> <ul><li><b>NEW GRADS WELCOME!</b></li><li><b>Continuing education and growth opportunities</b></li><li><b>Excellent benefits and competitive wages</b></li></ul> <b>Voted the 2024 Best Nursing Home by U.S. New & World Report</b> <br> <p><b> TLDR:</b></p> <p> Searching for a focused, caring, and patient OT - Occupational Therapist that can provide direct rehab care to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. </p> <p><b> About Life Care Center Hilo </b></p> <p> Established in 1970, Life Care Center of Hilo radiates compassionate care, aligned focus, and a team-oriented workforce. Everyone that joins our facility moves forward with the same goal: to give the best care possible to our residents . </p> <p> With over 250 beds, 2 secured units , and a variety are care needs, Life Care Center Hilo offers an abundance of opportunity . With us, you have a chance to learn, support the future of Life Care Center, and grow into the rehabilitation professional you were meant to be. </p> <p> Whether you're fresh from college or have several decades of experience under your belt, we welcome you to our facility. </p> <p><b> Benefits </b></p> <p> Available after 3 weeks of part- and full-time </p> <ul><li><p> Health, dental and vision through HMSA or Kaiser </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> 200 hours of paid days off accrued - can be used as a time bank! </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> Life insurance </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> 401k matching (after 3 months) </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> Employee of the month potential </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> Health and wellness competitions </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> Engaging all-staff meetings once a month </p></li></ul> <ul><li><p> Holiday celebrations for all staff and residents- Chinese New Year, Bon Dance, Christmas, and more! </p></li></ul> <br> Position Summary <p>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.</p> Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements <ul> <li>NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward</li> <li>Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT)</li> <li>Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.</li> <li>One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred</li> <li>CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.</li> </ul> Specific Job Requirements <ul> <li>Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail</li> <li>Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs</li> <li>Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times</li> <li>Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action</li> <li>Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility</li> <li>Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department</li> <li>Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation</li> <li>Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.</li> <li>Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information</li> <li>Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures</li> <li>Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's <em>Code of Conduct</em> and completes mandatory <em>Code of Conduct</em> and other appropriate compliance training</li> </ul> Essential Functions <ul> <li>Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)</li> <li>Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals</li> <li>Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students</li> <li>Chart appropriately and timely</li> <li>Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately</li> <li>Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients</li> <li>Assist in the evacuation of patients</li> <li>Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance</li> <li>Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment</li> <li>Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team</li> <li>Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours</li> <li>Read, write, speak, and understand the English language</li> </ul> <p>An Equal Opportunity Employer</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?VLZOTqi4qhxZ4YC6XM9yasi51ZyVv8srt" width="0" height="0" />