What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist (OTR) position at Blue Water Post-Acute?
Skilled Nursing Facility | Florida
Empower Residents to Live More Independently
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team at a skilled nursing facility in Florida. In this role, you will help residents regain independence, improve functional abilities, and enhance their overall quality of life following illness, injury, surgery, or changes in health status.
As part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will develop individualized treatment plans focused on helping residents safely perform daily activities and achieve their highest level of function.
What You'll Do
- Evaluate residents' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities.
- Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), self-care, mobility, and upper extremity function.
- Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to enhance resident safety and independence.
- Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
- Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current Florida Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
- Strong assessment, treatment planning, and clinical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.
Preferred
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility, post-acute care, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting.
- Knowledge of Medicare, PDPM, and rehabilitation reimbursement guidelines.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
Why Join Our Team?
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits for eligible employees- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Continuing education and professional growth opportunities
- Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
- Modern rehabilitation resources and equipment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' recovery and quality of life
Apply Today
If you are passionate about helping residents maximize independence and achieve their rehabilitation goals, we invite you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
Background Screening Requirement:
This position requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic