Occupational Therapist

Commonspirit; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonspirit is seeking an Occupational Therapist at CHI Memorial in Chattanooga. The ideal candidate will assess patients, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and document treatment plans, all while motivating patients toward better health outcomes. This position offers competitive pay and an opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to patient care.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current credential requirements.
• Possess TN & GA state license.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend plans of care for new patients.
• Document all evaluations and treatment modifications.
• Maintain a friendly and upbeat attitude to motivate patients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Motivational skills

Education

Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapist program

Certified under the statutes of the state of TN for Occupational Therapy

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*Responsibilities*

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As an Occupational Therapist at CHI Memorial, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, you’ll help our patients regain their independence and quality of life so they can safely go about their daily activities.

You’ll work alongside physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other health professionals to assess patients, develop a plan of care, and carry out their treatment plan. You’ll see a variety of patients daily with issues in several areas, including orthopedic, neurological, sensory, and cancer recovery, to name a few. You’ll evaluate and re-evaluate patients and provide physicians with updates on improvements to the patient’s daily life. You’re truly the bridge between physical therapy and speech therapy.

To thrive in this role, you must be flexible and adaptable. You’ll care for all patient populations presenting with a variety of conditions. You need to be extremely organized and efficient. You’ll see many patients each workday and will be required to document all evaluations, treatments, and status changes. Most importantly, you must be positive, personable, and motivating. While the entire care team works to treat illnesses and injuries, therapists truly motivate patients to get active and get better. It can be a long road for some patients, and a therapist who remains upbeat and energetic can make all the difference.

Responsibilities

• Work with physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and others to evaluate new patients and recommend a plan of care.
• Provide treatments to patients focusing on increasing range of motion, strengthening, and maintaining balance during daily activities
• Recommend adaptive equipment and customize it as needed
• Perform re-evaluation assessments to update progress, status changes, etc.
• Document all evaluations, treatments, and any changes to the treatment plan
• Seek help when needed; provide support when others request it - this can include assistance with tasks, advice, mentoring, or help to obtain additional specialty certifications if you’re interested.
• Maintain a friendly and upbeat attitude to motivate our patients to do their best.
  
  

*Qualifications*

• Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapist program per American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Certified under the statues of the state of TN for Occupational Therapy. Must maintain current credential requirements.
• TN & GA state license.
• Current AHA BLS.
• All modalities utilized within the therapy department. Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in occupational therapy for the evaluation and treatment of various patient populations in acute and outpatient settings as well as possible hazards to patients during treatments and necessary precautionary/remedial measures. May enter secured medication rooms to deliver or to access supplies and equipment necessary to carry out core job functions.
  
  

*Overview*

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI, CMS, Healthgrades, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

*Pay Range*

$30.47 - $44.19 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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