Occupational Therapist (OT)

WE ARE HERE! PruittHealth provides therapy services to skilled nursing facilities throughout the southeast, including the Carolinas, Georgia, and now into Florida! We are seeking a Occupational Therapist for our facility in Brookhaven.The ideal Occupational Therapist will have one or more years’ experience treating the adult population, and preferably in a skilled nursing facility.At PruittHealth, we’re committed to a lot of things but we are especially committed to caring for our patients and residents, as well as providing our employees with a rewarding career as a member of our PruittHealth family. That’s why we attract employees who are passionate about providing the highest quality level of care possible for our patients. We also attract people who are looking for a home, rather than just a job – where being part of a family at work is as important as the type of work they are doing. As a member of our team, you will also have access to a competitive pay structure with unlimited income potential, progressive benefit plan, and a great team environment that reflects our commitment to caring for our 16,000 partners.Position: OT Location: Brookhaven, GAFor more info, continue reading the job description below or contact Meredith Pierard, Recruiter at 470-240-6708. If you are ready to begin your new career and to apply please email mpierard@pruitthealth.com.POSITION SUMMARY: Provide evaluative, consultative, and treatment interventions to skilled nursing patients referred by a licensed physician. Maintain effective communication with PruittHealth partners, patients, patients’ families, and other internal and external customers as appropriate.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Complete evaluations, assessments, and treatments in accordance with policy and the individualized care plan.Complete all documentation and records in a timely and accurate manner.Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice.Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care showing initiative and sound judgment.Adapt to change in workload as needed. Assists with training/orienting others.Provide a clean, safe environment with well-stocked supplies and functioning equipment. Have current knowledge of proper equipment usage.Foster a teamwork environment. Support cultural diversity.Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.Report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.Complete all required orientations, in-services and trainings successfully and in a timely manner.Performs other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor. #MP1Qualifications:LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:Valid professional license in State of practiceGraduate of ACOTE accredited school and eligible to take or has passed the NBCOT exams (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy). If foreign-trained, must meet the same qualifications as U.S. educational program requirements.ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Demonstrate a strong sense of quality, work ethic and flexibility. Always representing the organization in a positive and professional manner.Demonstrates the ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in routine and emergency situations. Knowledge of established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment. Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.Expresses thoughts clearly and concisely in oral and written form. Develops good rapport easily with patients, families, partners and customers; exhibiting a helpful and courteous attitude at all times.General proficiency in computer usage especially Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical record reporting following HIPAA regulations.Maintains self-direction, able to prioritize demonstrating excellent time management to obtain outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast of changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required.#MP1For more information, please email mpierard@pruitthealth.com