Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Join Our Dynamic Team at Prairie Heights Healthcare!

At Prairie Heights Healthcare, we pride ourselves on being a leading Nursing and Rehab center that offers top-notch care to our patients. To continue delivering exceptional services, we are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our dynamic team!

About the Role:

As an Occupational Therapist (OT) with Prairie Heights Healthcare, you will play a vital role in helping patients regain independence and reach their full potential. You will assess, plan, and implement individualized rehabilitation programs to address a range of physical, cognitive, and mental health challenges. Your expertise will enable patients to develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in their daily lives.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to achieve patient goals and objectives
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including occupational therapy techniques, to promote patient progress
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and communication
• Maintain accurate records and reports of patient progress and treatment plans
• Participate in staff development and training activities to stay current with best practices and evidence-based research

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year experience working with adults in a health care setting

Language Skills

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform required duties.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Bi-lingual skills welcome

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must hold current and active license or registration in state employed
• Completion of orientation required by company policy.
• Health screening and TB test within two weeks of employment.
• Mandatory drug test upon hire.
• Must be free of criminal activity proven by a criminal background check.
• Become familiar with and comply to all local, state, and federal regulations relating to the job.
• Show within three (3) days of hire satisfactory evidence of identity and eligibility for employment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Frequently move about the facility.
• Frequently assist patients with exercises.
• Must be able to rapidly assist in the evacuation of all residents from the building in case of emergency.

Work Environment

• May be asked to work beyond normal working hours and must have flexibility and willingness to work holidays, etc.
• Must work in an office and other areas of the facility as needed.
• May be subject to illness, diseases, and other health conditions present in the facility.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Benefits
• Opportunities for Professional Growth: Collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and participate in ongoing education and training to advance your skills and knowledge

Are You Ready to Join Our Team and Make a Difference in the Lives of Our Patients? Apply now to become a part of our passionate and dedicated team at Prairie Heights Healthcare!

Pay: $44.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44 - $55