Occupational Therapist I

ECU Health; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health is seeking a Staff Therapist for Occupational Therapy in Ahoskie, NC. The role involves patient assessment, treatment planning, and execution of therapies tailored to patient needs. Applicants must possess an accredited degree, have less than three years of licensure, and be eligible for OT licensure with the State of North Carolina. This position also emphasizes documentation adherence and collaboration with healthcare professionals. ECU Health offers a range of services at this 114-bed community hospital.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy is required.
• Less than three years of licensure.
• Must have passed the NBCOT exam.
• OT licensure or eligible with NCBOT.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment and treatment planning of Occupational Therapy treatments.
• Maintain patient care documentation according to guidelines.
• Provide patient care based on developed treatment plans.

Skills

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy

Ability to work with healthcare professionals

Willingness to participate in continuing education

Education

Bachelor's or Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for assessment, treatment planning and execution of Occupational Therapy treatments. These services are based on the patient/family preferences and the developmental needs, medical conditions and diseases as they affect patient care and recovery.

The staff therapist will be responsible for maintaining patient care documentation and adherence to documentation guidelines. The staff therapist shall provide patient care following development of a treatment plan completed considering the patient's problems as related to occupational performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a Bachelor's, Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Less than three years of licensure.
• Progressive and dynamic knowledge of Occupational Therapy and a willingness to participate in continuing education, to remain current in new theories of treatment. Ability to work with other health care professionals in a manner that will ensure continued cooperative efforts is required.
• Must have successfully passed the exam administered by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• OT licensure or eligible with State of North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT).

About ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital

ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital is a 114-bed community hospital located in Ahoskie. Serving four nearby counties, the 15-bed emergency department sees approximately 18,000 patients per year. ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital provides a wide range of health services, including medical, surgical and radiation oncology. In addition, the Wound Healing and Pain Management clinics serve as referral centers for neighboring ECU Health hospitals and providers.

EEO Statement

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