Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides assessment, treatment and education in the areas of independent living, community reintegration, functional cognitive retraining, upper extremity function, perceptual activities and assistive equipment and splinting/positioning mechanics.
• Evaluates patients, schedules and establishes appropriate treatment goals, along with anticipated outcomes, and delivers skilled physical assessments and treatments effectively.
• Delegates/supervises effectively within Product of authority to students, assistants and technicians.
• Reassesses patient’s progress, revises treatment plan and modifies goals when appropriate.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of client Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school is required.

Preferred Education:

• Masters’ degree in Occupational Therapy is preferred.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Current/valid state Occupational Therapist licensure is required.
• BLS – American Heart Association.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).
• Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) endorsed by the American Heart Association.

Required Skills & Experience:

• One (1) year related experience (preferably in a clinic setting) is required.