Occupational Therapist
Waltham, MA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Title

Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing (Full Time or Part Time Available)

Location

Waltham, MA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time or Part-Time | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and establish individualized therapeutic plans of care with functional short- and long-term goals, including specified frequency and duration of treatment.
• Provide ADL training including assistance with bathing, dressing, oral care, and hair care, as well as ambulation, mobility, positioning, and transfers using appropriate equipment and body mechanics.
• Monitor and progress treatment programs toward established functional goals, modifying plans of care as clinically necessary.
• Document all evaluative and therapeutic interactions accurately and in a timely manner within the EMR system, ensuring accessibility and clarity for the care team.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and caregivers regarding therapeutic and discharge planning needs; attend relevant team meetings.
• Recommend and instruct residents and caregivers on the use of appropriate assistive devices; supervise and mentor assistant-level staff as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the state of Massachusetts.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team.
• Excellent time management and clinical documentation skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' functional independence and quality of life in a skilled nursing environment.
• Flexible scheduling options available with both full-time and part-time opportunities to support work-life balance.