Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home jobs in Richmond, VA

Glenburnie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a full time OT/R to fufill the occupational therapy needs of our residents.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.

Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Document findings of patient progress.

Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed. Seek consultation as necessary.

Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.

Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants according to established regulations and practice standards.

Qualifications:

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Virginia Board of Occupational Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

Bachelor's degree of Occupational Therapy required.