Occupational Therapist

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing exceptional care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing primarily on pediatric patients. This role requires the ability to work independently while also collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver effective treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with various diagnoses, including outpatient orthopedic upper extremity, lymphedema, inpatient total joint replacements, general medical conditions, neurological impairments, and outpatient mental health concerns.
• Conduct therapies and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Utilize physical agent modalities and familiarize patients with adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment (DME).
• Fabricate and modify splints for upper extremity therapeutic management.
• Perform wheelchair evaluations as part of patient assessments.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Document patient progress and treatment outcomes using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of occupational therapy experience; 3-4 years preferred.
• Must have experience working with pediatric patients.
• Current BLS certification and a valid state occupational therapy license required.
• NBCOT certification is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Work Environment

This position involves a standard workweek of 40 hours, typically scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. There is flexibility in scheduling, allowing for either 4 or 5 days of work per week. There are no weekend or holiday requirements.

Additional Information

• Casual professional dress with scrubs allowed.
• Orientation includes a departmental overview on the first day, with flexibility for additional support as needed.
• Position available for candidates residing within a 50-mile radius.