What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist, Registered OTR position at Sholom Community Alliance?
Summary
The Registered Occupational therapist (OTR) assists clients to improve their ability to perform daily living tasks, basic motor functions and cognitive abilities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide evaluation and treatment of various diagnoses/disorders in accordance with physician orders, working directly with clients and caregivers to offer assessment and instruction.
- Collaborate with the IDT (interdisciplinary team) to ensure appropriate flow of services.
- Supervise, contribute to performance appraisals, and delegate work assignments for Certified Occupational Therapists Assistance (COTAs) and Occupational Therapy Students.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory and organization requirements, completing discharge documentation as directed.
- Maintain up-to-date programs and techniques to enhance occupational therapy services provided.
- Support various other Rehab responsibilities as needed.
Job Specifications
Education, Experience and Credentials
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school in Occupational Therapy required.
• One or more years hands-on experience working with a geriatric population preferred.
• Must be licensed with the State of Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist and must maintain licensure.
• Must be registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• CPR/First Aid certified through American Red Cross required.
Sholom is dedicated to the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of relevant background, employment verification and TB tests, as well as participating in mandatory vaccine programs (ex. COVID-19), testing requirements (ex. COVID-19, TB), and using designated PPE where and when required.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
AM Shift- casual hours
On call