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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.