Occupational Therapist- $2,000 Sign On Bonus

📍 Edisto Post-Acute is a welcoming 113-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in beautiful Orangeburg, South Carolina , just minutes from the stunning 🌺 Edisto Memorial Gardens . We are proud to provide exceptional care while creating rewarding career opportunities in a supportive, family-oriented environment. With many long-term team members, Edisto is a place where you can build a career and make a lasting impact! ❤️ 💙 Are you passionate about caring for others and making a difference every day? At Edisto, we value the relationships we build with our residents, families, coworkers, and community. If you're a compassionate nurse who thrives in a team-focused environment, we'd love to meet you! 🌟 JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST! 🌟 Are you a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) who loves helping people regain their independence and improve their quality of life? ❤️ We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team! 🏥✨ 💪 MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY! As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with residents to help them reach their goals, regain functional abilities, and feel more confident in their everyday lives. You’ll work closely with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide personalized, high-quality care. 🤝 🩺 WHAT YOU’LL DO: Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans Provide skilled occupational therapy services based on residents’ needs and goals Help residents improve strength, coordination, mobility, and independence with daily activities Provide training and education to residents, families, and caregivers Monitor and document residents’ progress Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Participate in care planning and communicate recommendations regarding resident progress Provide compassionate, resident-centered care ❤️ 🌟 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current OT license in the state of South Carolina Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and documentation skills A compassionate, patient-centered approach Ability to work effectively as part of a team Previous skilled nursing/rehab experience is preferred, but we’re happy to consider the right candidate! 🎁 WHAT WE OFFER: ✨ Pay= $40-50/hr ✨ Supportive Team Environment ✨ Professional Development Opportunities ✨ 401(k) with Match for Full-Time Employees ✨ Excellent Healthcare Benefits, including Dental & Vision for Full-Time Employees ✨ A rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day! ❤️ 💙 READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? If you’re passionate about helping people regain independence, reach their goals, and live their best lives, we want YOU on our team! 📩 Apply today and become part of a team that truly cares! General Purpose The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Essential Duties Evaluate residents to determine occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.  Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.  Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act. Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.  Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.  Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.  Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.  Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.  Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies. Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.  Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information. Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues. Supervisory Requirements Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), aides, and students. Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.   Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families. Mathematical Skills Ability