Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Northside Hospital Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced certification financial support

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement programs

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to develop and administer therapy programs for diverse patient populations. The role involves providing patient and family education, focusing on quality customer service, and working collaboratively with a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, be licensed in Georgia, and have American Heart Association BLS certification. Join us in providing expert-level care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers occupational therapy programs for inpatients and outpatients.
• Patient and family education for various age groups.
• Exercise courtesy and patience in providing quality customer service.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist by Georgia State

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience as a Licensed Occupational Therapist

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Why choose Northside and its Rehabilitation Team?

• Northside supports our employees’ professional and personal growth.
• Offers advanced certification and specialty training financial support and tuition reimbursement. Available upon hire.
• Staff career advancement levels programs.
• Fosters an environment that promotes work/life balance. We embrace diversity. We care about you.

• Highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department.
• Compassionate, dedicated, innovative team of highly specialized professional staff with a focus on providing evidence based care
• Supportive leadership team encouraging personal growth and development.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives.
• Focus on service excellence and providing expert level care to our patients.

• Seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications & specialty training.
• Residency and enrichment programs underway with other key residency programs to come
• Longevity within our team, often celebrating 20, 30, and 40 years of service

Responsibilities

Develops and administers occupational therapy programs and treatments for inpatients and outpatients of age groups defined by clinical competency which may include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

• Two (2) years of experience as a Licensed Occupational Therapist.

Work Hours:

830AM-5PM

Weekend Requirements:

Yes