Occupational Therapist

Akron Children's; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to work onsite in Ravenna, OH. This position requires 16 hours per week, specifically on Thursday and Friday between 7AM and 6PM. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate, assess, and treat patients with various disabilities, ensuring effective communication with families and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, certification, and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in MS Office is required.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required; Master's degree is preferred.
• Certification: Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and current Ohio state licensure is required.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, and treat patients with physical, educational, or psychosocial disabilities.
• Communicate effectively with patients and family members.
• Perform necessary documentation and patient/family education.

Skills

Occupational therapy experience

Effective communication

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Part-time, 16 Hours/week. Thursday and Friday, between hours of 7AM and 6PM. Onsite Ravenna, 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

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

Other Information

Technical Expertise

• Experience in occupational therapy is required.
• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.

Education and Experience

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

Status: Onsite