Occupational Therapist: Empower Independent Living

Cleveland Clinic; Rocky River (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Fairview Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services and help patients regain independence in daily living skills. You will evaluate, treat, and educate patients, while coordinating with the care team to optimize outcomes and discharge planning.

minimum qualifications include an OT degree, Ohio licensure, and BLS; preferred candidates have clinical experience with a patient-focused approach in a leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Graduate of an AOTA-accredited OT program.
• Current Ohio OT license and BLS certification.
• Basic Life Support certification through AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, or psychosocial deficits affecting independence.
• Assess patient ability to safely perform independent living skills and design care plans.
• Implement treatment plans using appropriate modalities.
• Document progress and modify plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families about deficits and equipment options.
• Oversee OT assistants and therapy technicians per licensing laws and standards.
• Assist with patient discharge planning from therapy services.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association

Current Ohio licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Job description

Cleveland Clinic's Fairview Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services and help patients regain independence in daily living skills. You will evaluate, treat, and educate patients, while coordinating with the care team to optimize outcomes and discharge planning.

minimum qualifications include an OT degree, Ohio licensure, and BLS; preferred candidates have clinical experience with a patient-focused approach in a leading healthcare system.