Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Company: Life Care Center of Coos Bay
Location: Eugene
Posted on: March 6, 2025

Job Description:

Residents of Coos Bay enjoy an outstanding quality of life. The Oregon Coast is a fantastic place to live, offering a perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure.Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy fishing and boating in Coos Bay and the Coos River, hiking in Elliott State Forest, and exploring the Pacific coastline with miles of sandy beaches, tide pooling, and whale watching. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area offers off-road vehicle riding, sandboarding, and horseback riding, while Bandon Dunes Golf Resort provides world-class golfing with stunning oceanfront views. Kayaking, crabbing, and clamming are also popular activities, making Coos Bay a haven for outdoor recreation.Life Care Center of Coos Bay was named one of U.S. News World Report's 2025 Best Nursing Homes.Life Care Center of Coos Bay is a long-term care and post-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service, high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale and retention. We are currently looking for a full-time and PRN Occupational Therapist to join our team.We offer:* Full-time: $50 - $60/hr DOE* Sign-on/Relocation Bonus: $10,000* Mentorship programs available - new grads welcome* Continuing education and growth opportunities* Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states* In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments:Position Summary:The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:* NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward* Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT)* Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.* One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred* CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job Requirements:* Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate* 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* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action* Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department* Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information* 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 trainingEssential Functions:* Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)* Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals* Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students* Chart appropriately and timely* Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately* Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients* Assist in the evacuation of patients* Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance* Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment* Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team* Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours* Read, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer

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