Occupational Therapist

Description

Pen Bay Hospital

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 72317

Summary:
The Occupational Therapist role organizes and conducts prescribed skilled occupational therapy programs through the application of purposeful, goal-directed activity in the treatment of persons whose function is impaired by physical illness or injury, emotional disorder, congenital or developmental disability or the aging process to achieve the optimum functioning, to prevent disability, and to maintain health.Outpatient Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats clients with both orthopedic and neurological diagnoses, ranging from overuse injuries of the UE, hand surgeries/trauma, stroke, MS and Parkinsons. This role works closely with two CHT OTs for a team approach to care. OT also collaborates with Outpatient PT in the Rockland Health Center space. Majority of care is for adult and geriatric populations but also includes pediatrics and adolescents for orthopedic rehabilitation. Pen Bay Occupational Therapy Department is part of Pen Bay Adult Outpatient PT OT rehab which is part of Waldo and Pen Bay Rehab Services.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Graduate of an AOTA accredited Occupational Therapist program required.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) temporary/permanent license as an Occupational Therapist required or in compliance with the state practice act. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Positions in Home Care will require current valid Driver's License with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy.
3. Experience: One year of experience working in a hospital, long-term care, home, school system or outpatient Occupational Therapy department preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

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