Occupational Therapist at BoldAge PACE summary: An Occupational Therapist at BoldAge PACE plans and delivers personalized therapy services to support elderly participants in maintaining independence and improving quality of life. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning, coordination of adaptive equipment, education of participants and caregivers, and interdisciplinary team collaboration. The role requires licensure, ongoing professional development, and experience working with frail or elderly populations in community or healthcare settings.

Make an Impact:  Enhance the quality of life for seniors. Professional Growth : Access to training and career development. Medical/Dental ~ Tuition Reimbursement ~ Flexible Spending Account ~ Employee Assistance Program

Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Occupational Therapist Plans, organizes, and implements Occupational Therapy services for PACE participants as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team. planning, providing treatment; and teaching of participant, caregivers or other appropriate representatives/family to maintain participant support in the community. Conduct initial and periodic in-person assessments to evaluate participants’ functional abilities, home environment, and rehabilitation needs. Recommend and coordinate adaptive equipment, home modifications, and therapy services to promote safety and independence. Deliver OT interventions across settings including the PACE center, clinic, participants’ homes, and contracted facilities. Educate participants and caregivers on equipment use, home safety strategies, and ADL programs. Maintain timely, accurate documentation of assessments, treatment, and participant progress per regulatory and organizational standards. Actively participate in daily IDT meetings, contributing to comprehensive care planning and 24-hour care coordination. Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), including review of care plans, co-signing documentation, and providing ongoing mentorship. Train staff in safe OT practices and equipment use to enhance participant care. Support quality improvement, utilization review, and compliance initiatives. Advanced degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy ~ Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state ~ Two (2) years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting is preferable. ~If this is not present, training on working with a frail or elderly population will be provided upon hiring (If applicable for the role). ~ Competency position specific competencies for the Occupational Therapist will be met prior to assuming participant care.

Pass a comprehensive criminal background check that may include, but is not limited to, federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Paid Time Off Includes seven holidays ** Monday - Friday occupational therapy, elderly care, rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, caregiver education, interdisciplinary team, community-based healthcare, treatment planning, functional assessment, patient independence