Occupational Therapist

Akron Children's Hospital; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in New Philadelphia, OH is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, treat, and support patients with diverse needs, including physical, educational, or psychosocial disabilities. This part-time, 24 hours/week role is onsite Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 7:00 PM.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy with NBCOT certification and Ohio licensure; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• NBCOT certification and Ohio state licensure are required.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with physical, educational, or psychosocial disabilities.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
• Perform necessary documentation and patient/family education.
• Supervise COTA/L, volunteers, or students as allowed.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Occupational therapy experience

Healthcare experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Part-time, 24 Hours/week Monday - Friday Between hours of 7:30AM -7PM Onsite New Philadelphia, OH

Summary

The Occupational Therapist utilizes professional knowledge and behaviors to evaluate/assess and treat patients with a variety of physical, educational, or psychosocial disabilities.

Responsibilities

• 1. Utilizes professional knowledge and behaviors to evaluate, assess and treat patients with a variety of physical, educational, or psychosocial disabilities.
• 2. Communicates effectively with patient, family members, and team members as needed.
• 3. Performs appropriate and necessary documentation and patient/family education.
• 4. Supervises COTA/L, volunteer, or student per OT regulations.
• 5. Other duties as required.

Other information

Technical Expertise

• 1. Experience in occupational therapy is required.
• 2. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• 3. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• 4. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.

Education and Experience

• 1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required; Master's degree is preferred.
• 2. Certification: Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and current Ohio state licensure is required.
• 3. Years of relevant experience: 3 to 5 years is preferred.
• 4. Years of experience supervising: None.

Part Time

FTE: 0.600000

Status: Onsite