Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Job Description

Who are we? Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehab Center is a nursing facility with a positive culture and fantastic opportunities for career progression. We are located in one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the region, and we’re only 5 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. Come and #LivePlay+Grow with us!

What is your role? The primary purpose of the job is to p lan, develop, organize, implement, evaluates and directs the delivery of occupational therapy services as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations; and respective practice act(s) in the state.

• Coordinates the achievement and reporting of the facility’s key performance occupational therapy indicators. Establishes an ongoing system to monitor these key indicators.
• Evaluates and reports key performance indicator outcomes of the occupational therapy department to the rehabilitation director to determine the need for action such as re-education or revisions related to the facility’s outcomes, regulatory compliance, practice act(s) and/or customer satisfaction.
• Develops and implements processes and systems to effectively lead, guide and direct the delivery of occupational therapy services including but not limited to processes for the timely screening, evaluation, treatment, discharge and all associated documentation requirements for residents in the facility.

We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Enhanced PTO
• Free Parking
• Voluntary benefits through AFLAC
• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance

We are seeking:

The Occupational Therapist must possess

• A valid, unrestricted license in his/her therapy discipline in the state
• Meet educational requirements of his/her licensure requirements.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment.
• Knowledgeable of skilled nursing home regulations, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is an EEO