Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Full Time day shift position available!! Patrick Rehab & Wellness Center is looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Therapy department in a full time position. The basic purpose of this position is to provide therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, and education. Essential Functions Complete evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with the established standards of care and practice. Plan and provides treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice. Evaluation techniques are performed safely and accurately, taking into account the patient's premorbid history and current physical, and psychosocial and educational status/needs. Short- and long-term goals are realistic, measurable, and address functional needs. Goals are written upon completion of evaluation per department standards and guidelines. Goals are identified in collaboration with the patient, family, and other involved team members. Independently select and performs therapeutic techniques that are consistent with the patient's problems and medical status and reflect an integration of the therapist's clinical knowledge and theory. Identify appropriates resources beneficial to the patient within or outside the rehabilitation department and makes referrals to other professionals and services (i.e., vocational counseling, social service, RSD support group, cancer group, etc.) to ensure that all patient care needs are met. Completes all documentation of services per department standards. Position Details Full Time Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Qualifications and Skills State of Tennessee licensure (or eligible) as an Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant CPR certification required Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school required Previous clinical experience/rehabilitation experience preferred Benefits 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance License/Certification CPR Certification (Preferred) State of Tennessee Occupational Therapist licensure (Required) Work Location In person #J-18808-Ljbffr