Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Description

Job Description

Applingwood Post Acute is a senior care facility located in Cordova, Tennessee, that specializes in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services. It has 78 beds that offers both private and semi-private rooms and provides a range of amenities designed to ensure comfort and community for residents.

Why Join us?

At Applingwood Post Acute, we are more than a healthcare facility – we are a family committed to delivering compassionate care and fostering a supportive environment for both our residents and team members. Our team takes pride in providing exceptional services and building meaningful relationships.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or looking to grow your career in healthcare, Applingwood offers the opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and welcoming workplace. Join us in shaping the future of care – one resident, one family, one community at a time.

Position Overview:

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to elevate patient care? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic rehabilitation team. In this role, you won't just be treating patients; you'll be an advocate for their recovery, a guide for their families, and a key contributor to our high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive patient evaluations initiated per physician orders and facility guidelines.

• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels to achieve optimal functional outcomes.

• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions, including ADL training, adaptive equipment assessment, and screening of individuals for therapeutic needs.

• Collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team, including program specialists, to set goals, implement innovative programs, and ensure high-quality patient care.

• Provide clear directives to and supervise the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students in accordance with State and Federal guidelines.

• Maintain meticulous documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, and reports, while ensuring all information is accurately keyed into computer systems (EMR/rehab systems).

• Educate staff, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals on intervention benefits and functional outcomes.

• Actively participate in quality assurance, customer service activities, and continuing education to maintain clinical excellence.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum.

• License: Current, active, and unencumbered state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

• Skills: Exceptional communication, empathy, and a professional presentation.

• Experience: Long-term care experience preferred; must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Physical Readiness: Ability to meet the physical demands of resident care, including lifting and intermittent movement.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.