Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Luxury Senior Living Communities

In Coral Gables, Kendall & Homestead

Is looking for

Occupational Therapist

for its

Palace Nursing Home & Rehab Center

11215 SW 84th Street Miami, FL 33173

Joint Commission Accredited, 2015

The #1 Priority of this position is…

To provide occupational therapy services as prescribed by a physician, which can be safely provided in the home and to assist the physician in evaluating the patient’s level of function by applying diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Schedule residents for treatment and evaluations.
• Guide the patient in his/her use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving function.
• Observe and record activities and findings in the clinical record to report to the physician the resident’s reaction to the treatment.
• Instruct the resident, family members and other health team personnel, when appropriate, in therapeutic procedures.
• Maintain inventory of materials and supplies for the assigned area of the department/facility.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience.
• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Florida
• Previous experience in long-term care preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English. Spanish preferred.
• Basic math skills required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Responsible, self-motivated, punctual, resourceful, very accurate and detail-oriented.
• Flexible as to work schedule. Must be available to work on weekends, holidays & in emergencies.
• Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task.

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Since 1980, The Palace Group has set the standard for Senior Living...
Welcome to The Palace Group of Senior Living Communities. We invite you to visit our beautiful communities in South Florida, and to meet our residents and staff. You'll understand why thousands of families have entrusted the care of their older family members to us.

We founded The Palace Group in 1980 as a 21-bed ALF and have grown to multiple, nationally-renowned and award-winning communities and services, serving over 1,500 residents and 1,100 employees. The Palace offers a choice of care levels including Independent Living, Catered Living, Assisted Living, Nursing & Rehabilitation, Home Health Services, Luxury Living for those 55 & Over, and a Continuing Care Retirement Community.

Even with our growth and success, The Palace Group remains a privately-owned "labor of love." Along with our sons Zack and Haim, we all live nearby; we frequently dine on-site; we know our residents & families. Our hands-on approach means there's no "corporate red tape" that gets in the way of delivering exceptional service, care and memorable experiences.

Helen & Jacob Shaham
Founders & Owners

Company Description

Since 1980, The Palace Group has set the standard for Senior Living...\r\nWelcome to The Palace Group of Senior Living Communities. We invite you to visit our beautiful communities in South Florida, and to meet our residents and staff. You'll understand why thousands of families have entrusted the care of their older family members to us.\r\n\r\nWe founded The Palace Group in 1980 as a 21-bed ALF and have grown to multiple, nationally-renowned and award-winning communities and services, serving over 1,500 residents and 1,100 employees. The Palace offers a choice of care levels including Independent Living, Catered Living, Assisted Living, Nursing & Rehabilitation, Home Health Services, Luxury Living for those 55 & Over, and a Continuing Care Retirement Community.\r\n\r\nEven with our growth and success, The Palace Group remains a privately-owned "labor of love." Along with our sons Zack and Haim, we all live nearby; we frequently dine on-site; we know our residents & families. Our hands-on approach means there's no "corporate red tape" that gets in the way of delivering exceptional service, care and memorable experiences.\r\n\r\nHelen & Jacob Shaham\r\nFounders & Owners