Job Description
Occupational Therapist
Status: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
Rate: $47 - $60/he DOE
Location: Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - 630 S. Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98465
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Integrity, passion, quality—these are not just words we say, but ideals we choose to guide and influence every decision we make. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, corporate social responsibility, and employee engagement. Avamere is committed to hire, develop, and retain diverse talent with aligned values to build a culture of integrity and respect for all.
We are seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our team in Tacoma, WA. We are a provider of short-term rehab exclusively. As an Occupational Therapist with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.
Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere Living began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are an Occupational Therapist interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.
Reasons to Join Avamere Rehab:
In-House Therapy
Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
Therapist-Run
Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
Manageable Productivity Expectations
Flexible Schedule Options
Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
Career Advancement & Development
New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training
At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
Generous employee referral bonus program.
Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Key Responsibilities:
Provides occupational therapy to patients according to licensure
Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines
Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety
Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education
Supports and participates in department operations and development
Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care
Qualifications:
Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy
Able to practice unencumbered
In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
Full knowledge of resident’s rights
Exudes professionalism in presentation
Ability to multitask
Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
CPR certification
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Participates in E-Verify
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Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Relocation package, Flexible hours,