Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) (OTR)

About Us:
RiverPointe Post-Acute is a premier provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation services located in Carmichael, CA. We are committed to delivering 5-Star care through a team of experienced professionals dedicated to supporting patients in their recovery journey after surgery, injury, or serious illness. Our focus on compassionate care and medical integrity creates a nurturing environment for residents, their families, and our staff. By fostering meaningful connections within our community, we continuously adapt to the evolving needs of those we serve.
Why Join Us?
At RiverPointe Post-Acute, we are passionate about creating a supportive and empowering environment for our team members. Our culture prioritizes collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance, ensuring you have the tools and opportunities to thrive both personally and professionally.
Our management team values understanding and compassion, making every effort to accommodate the unique needs of our employees. Here, you'll find a workplace that not only recognizes your contributions but also invests in your growth, well-being, and success and where you can make a difference every day.
Position Overview:
The Occupational Therapist role provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

• Evaluations are initiated per M.D. orders-payer authorization and facility/payer source guidelines.
• Develops treatment plan and provide treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for best functional outcome for patient.
• Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, or monthly reports as required.
• Screens all individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients and others at all times.
• Makes appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy.
• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Full knowledge of resident's rights.
• Current, active license as Occupational Therapist, and is able to practice unencumbered.
• CPR Certification, as required for license renewal.
• Experience in long term care preferred
• Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time.

For Full Time Positions, What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.