Occupational Therapist at Linwood Meadows Care Center in Visalia, California

Job Description:

Linwood Meadows Care Center is hiring Certified Occupational Therapist

The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in OT to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.


• One (1) year experience preferred in post-acute care or related setting preferred


• Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate


• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail


• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs


• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times


• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action


• Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility


• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department


• Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient care,, documentation and therapy software responsibilities, patient rights, and safety and sanitation


• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.


• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information


• Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures


• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training