Occupational Therapist (OT) / PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist. OT / PRN

Majestic Care of Southport is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission:   Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we provide excellent healthcare to those we serve.

Our Core Values... 

L - Listening

E - Empathy

A - Accountability

D - Decisiveness 

This is how we create a culture to LEAD with Love. 

 

Position Overview:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized occupational therapy treatments for residents. This role focuses on enhancing residents’ abilities to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), improve functional mobility, and promote overall independence. The OT collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care. A strong understanding of geriatric rehabilitation, compassion, and clinical expertise are essential to support optimal outcomes and quality of life for residents.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Care and Treatment

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial function.

• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on improving activities of daily living (ADLs), self-care tasks, functional mobility, and safety awareness.

• Implement occupational therapy interventions including therapeutic exercises, ADL training, adaptive equipment use, and task-specific activities.

• Monitor and document residents’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to support optimal outcomes.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercises, and strategies to promote independence and safety.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge planning.

• Ensure compliance with facility policies, HIPAA, OSHA, infection control protocols, and regulatory standards including PDPM and SNF-specific requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices within the rehabilitation department.

Professional Development and Education

• Stay current with advancements in occupational therapy, geriatric rehabilitation, and regulatory guidelines.

• Engage in continuing education and professional development opportunities.

• Provide training and mentorship to occupational therapy assistants and other team members to support clinical excellence.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state and facility guidelines.

• Provide coaching, development, and corrective action as needed.

• Evaluate performance and offer constructive feedback to support team growth and quality care delivery

 

Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in occupational therapy, preferably in a long-term care or geriatric setting.

Majestic Difference Benefits:

• Quarterly Pay Increase

• Daily Pay

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• Telehealth Services

• Double Pay on Holiday

• Care Team Member Relief Fund

 

Join the Majestic Care team where compassion meets excellence!

 

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