Occupational Therapist I

Summary
Helps people of all ages to participate in the activities and occupations that are important to them. Routinely works with individuals who have physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that affect their ability to perform everyday tasks.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Conduct assessments of patients' physical, mental, and developmental abilities.
-Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
-Implement and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as needed.
-Provide education to patients and their families about therapeutic activities and exercises they can do at home.
-Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
-Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and progress notes.
-Attend staff meetings, continuing education programs, and professional development activities to stay current with new techniques and best practices.

Education
Master's Degree Occupational Therapy required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Occupational Therapist [State License] - required

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred

Experience
occupational therapist experience 0-1 year preferred experience in a residential/assisted living or skilled nursing facility 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required. Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.