Occupational Therapist

Description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (OT)- PRN

 Starting pay will vary based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications  

Location: 3935 Sunnyside Drive Harrisonburg VA 22801

Hours: PRN

Position Overview & General Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs to facilitate the development and treatment of injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. Assist patients in developing, recovering, improving, and maintaining the skills needed for daily living and work. Aquatics interest/experience is a plus!

• Address patient aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per-case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL).
• Teach patients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
• Assess patients' homes and other environments and advise on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data, and document processes followed.
• Documents patient care services according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Develops a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services.
• Leads by example and exhibits professionalism at all times.
• Holds themselves accountable and encourages collaboration and flexibility within the department and interdepartmental teamwork for positive outcomes.

Workplace Culture & Environment:

Join a team where you are proud of the community in which you work. At Sunnyside, we want each team member to S.H.I.N.E both on and off campus (Service Before Self, Hospitality with Heart, Inspiring Excellence in Each Other, Nothing Less Than The Best, and Enjoy your Journey). With a plethora of flexibility, growth opportunities, a safe learning environment, on-site training, and an engaging/motivational atmosphere, you can rise into your new career path. Sunnyside is a not-for-profit Senior Living life plan community situated on 150+ acres in the rolling hills of the Shenandoah Valley in Harrisonburg, Virginia. More than 500 residents call Sunnyside their home. Residents have the option to live in a variety of levels of living including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Long-Term Care. Across our beautiful campus, residents can enjoy various amenities and services including an on-site restaurant, an award-winning vitality center, salon services, therapy services, fishing ponds, walking trails, and much more! People have said that Sunnyside is a great place to live and work! We offer generous paid time off (even if you work part-time), professional development opportunities, a safe and fun environment, and flexibility.

• Certification reimbursement
• Flexibility
• Growth opportunities
• A safe environment
• On-site training
• An engaging atmosphere
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Access to our Wellness Center
• And More

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program
• Experience: 2-3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Occupational Therapist state license; CPR certification
• Excellent verbal & written communication
• Time management
• Sound judgment & decision making
• Active listening
• Service orientation
• Social perceptiveness
• Aquatics interest/experience is a plus!

Physical & Environmental Considerations

• Normal lighting levels, temperature ranges, air quality, ventilation and noise levels.
• Physical stamina to lift, transfer and assist patients through physical activities.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50lbs. unassisted, including assisting patients when needed.
• Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the phone.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of patient and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
• Contact with blood, body fluids and other infectious drainage. Minimal hazards if required Universal Precautions are followed