Occupational Therapist - SNF

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Position Title: Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) / Rehab Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem, or Contract

Position Summary

Teamwork Therapies is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide high-quality rehabilitation services in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). The Occupational Therapist will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and help residents achieve the highest possible level of independence, safety, and quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Evaluation & Assessment

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for residents with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex conditions. 
• Assess functional mobility, activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), cognition, upper extremity function, visual-perceptual skills, balance, coordination, and safety awareness. 
• Identify adaptive equipment and environmental modification needs. 

Treatment Planning

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders, resident goals, and interdisciplinary recommendations. 
• Establish measurable short-term and long-term functional goals. 
• Update treatment plans based on resident progress and changing medical status. 

Direct Patient Care

Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions including:

• ADL retraining 
• Upper extremity strengthening and ROM 
• Fine motor coordination 
• Balance and postural control 
• Functional mobility training 
• Wheelchair positioning 
• Transfer training 
• Splinting and orthotic management 
• Cognitive rehabilitation 
• Visual-perceptual training 
• Energy conservation techniques 
• Home safety education 
• Fall prevention strategies 
• Adaptive equipment training 
• Pain management techniques 

Documentation

• Complete evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment notes, discharge summaries, and recertifications accurately and within required timelines. 
• Maintain documentation that meets Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Managed Care, Medicaid, and payer requirements. 
• Utilize the facility's electronic medical record (EMR) system. 

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Participate in care plan meetings. 
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, social workers, dietitians, and nursing staff. 
• Communicate resident progress and discharge recommendations. 

Patient & Family Education

• Educate residents and caregivers regarding: 
  • Home exercise programs 
  • Adaptive equipment 
  • Fall prevention 
  • Safe transfer techniques 
  • Joint protection 
  • Energy conservation 
  • Home safety recommendations 

Compliance

• Maintain compliance with: 
  • Medicare and Medicaid regulations 
  • CMS requirements 
  • State and federal regulations 
  • Facility policies 
  • HIPAA requirements 
  • Infection prevention procedures 

Quality Improvement

• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives. 
• Assist with outcome tracking and clinical quality measures. 
• Maintain productivity standards established by the facility. 

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program. 
• Current California Occupational Therapist license in good standing. 
• Current CPR/BLS certification. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. 

Preferred

• Minimum of one year of Skilled Nursing Facility or adult rehabilitation experience. 
• Experience with Medicare Part A, Part B, Managed Care, and PDPM. 
• Experience using Net Health, Rehab Optima, Casamba, PointClickCare, or similar EMR systems. 

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities. 
• Knowledge of geriatric rehabilitation principles. 
• Familiarity with PDPM reimbursement guidelines. 
• Excellent time management and organizational skills. 
• Ability to prioritize caseloads efficiently. 
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, position, and assist residents safely. 
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Ability to demonstrate therapeutic activities and exercises. 

Benefits (if applicable)

• Competitive compensation 
• Flexible scheduling 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Paid holidays 
• Continuing education reimbursement 
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Clinical mentorship and support 

Why Join Teamwork Therapies?

At Teamwork Therapies, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered rehabilitation services while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our therapists are empowered to provide evidence-based care, build meaningful relationships with residents, and make a lasting impact on functional outcomes and quality of life. We value clinical excellence, teamwork, integrity, compassion, and continuous professional growth.