Inpatient Occupational Therapist: Drive Independence

BMC Software; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

BMCHS in Boston seeks an Inpatient Occupational Therapist to perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and lead therapeutic interventions to maximize independence in daily living activities.

The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, educates patients and caregivers, and participates in student training and departmental research initiatives, with a full-time schedule and rotating days.

Qualifications

• Work requires a Bachelor’s / Master’s or equivalent in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution by start date.
• Current Commonwealth of Massachusetts license by start date.
• AHA BLS CPR certification by start date.
• AOTA and MAOT membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of inpatients and outpatients with physical, cognitive, psychosocial, or functional deficits; plans and implements OT treatments.
• Establishes measurable short- and long-term goals with patient/caregiver and arranges for follow-up.
• Educates patient and caregiver regarding evaluation findings and management of care recommendations.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to coordinate discharge needs and community resources.
• Supervises and provides training to OT students as per guidelines.

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Massachusetts license

AHA BLS CPR certification

AOTA MAOT membership preferred

Job description

BMCHS in Boston seeks an Inpatient Occupational Therapist to perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and lead therapeutic interventions to maximize independence in daily living activities.

The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, educates patients and caregivers, and participates in student training and departmental research initiatives, with a full-time schedule and rotating days.