Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

OTR (Registered Occupational Therapist) JGS Lifecare, located in the

quaint town of Longmeadow, MA, has been the proud caretaker of the

elderly within the local community for over 100 years! Founded on the

Jewish principle of respecting age as a blessing, we have dedicated

ourselves to delivering the best in elder care services to people of

every faith and every background. So as we enter our second century, we

are excited to introduce a new range of services and updates to serve

our life-long commitment to our community. Our spacious campus has a

full-array of services including Skilled Nursing, Senior Living and

Community programs that consist of traditional long-term care,

short-term rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living, hospice and day

health support services. Our employees are an outstanding team of

professionals who go above-and-beyond each day with their compassionate

care to our residents and the individuals we serve. Position Summary:

The primary purpose of the OT - Occupational Therapist, is to evaluate,

treat and rehabilitate residents by providing them with necessary

therapeutic intervention. Maintains pertinent documentation, carries out

necessary therapeutic intervention. Maintains pertinent documentation,

carries out appropriate treatment plans, and contributes to discharge

planning. Qualifications: Bachelor\'s Degree from an accredited college

or university Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

Successful completion of the National Certification for O.T.A. Ability

to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 20 pounds of

force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move

objects, equipment and/or residents. Must be able to stand, walk, sit,

stoop, kneel, bend or crouch regularly Must be able to use hands to

manipulate tools, equipment, or controls Must be able to reach with

hands and arms, balance, lift and perform medium to maximum transfer

assists with residents Must have visual and hearing acuity sufficient

enough to assess resident safety and ability members Benefits: Special

Event Days Direct Deposit In-Service Training and Development Programs

Free On-Campus Parking Public Transportation Stops on Campus Easy access

to our campus from Interstate 91 Hours: Per-Diem