Occupational Therapist, Full Time

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated in Statesville, NC is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join Rehab, delivering evaluations and therapy services as ordered by physicians to maximize patient independence and function.

The OT will develop and implement treatment plans, ensuring adherence to policies and standards while promoting rehabilitation across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Schedule and requirements follow the department guidelines.

Qualifications

• OT licensure in NC or eligible for state licensure exam.
• CPR certification required; if not current, obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Competency-based orientation addressing pediatric, adult, and geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT evaluations and therapy services as ordered by physician.
• Develop and administer OT treatment programs to maximize function and independence.

Skills

OT licensure NC

CPR certification

Orientation competency

Healthcare experience

Job description

Description

Rehab - Works independently to provide occupational therapy evaluations and therapy services to patients as ordered by a physician, consistent with agency policies and procedures, standards of practice, and regulations as directed by theRehab Director of IredellMemorial Hospital. Develops and administers occupational therapy treatment programs to facilitate rehabilitation of physically disabled patients and to maximize function and independence.

IHH - Works independently to provide occupational therapy evaluations and therapy services to patients as ordered by a physician, consistent with agency policies and procedures, standards of practice, and regulations as directed by the Executive Director and Team Coordinator. Develops and administers occupational therapy treatment programs to facilitate rehabilitation of physically disabled patients and to maximize function and independence.

Schedule: Mon. - Thurs. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri. 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Requirements

• Rehab - Current licensure in NC as an Occupational Therapist or state licensure examination eligible.
• CPR certification required. If not currently certified, must obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Successful completion of a competency based orientation which includes age and population specific skills for the area of practice in which the OT will be working, and addresses the growth and development needs for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• IHH - Current licensure in North Carolina as an Occupational Therapist.
• Home Health experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year's experience in a health care facility

Physical Requirements

• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.