Occupational Therapist I - Weekend & Onsite Care

UNC Health; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Medical Center in Butner, North Carolina, seeks an Occupational Therapist I to provide evidence-based evaluation, treatment interventions, and education to patients and caregivers. The role includes clinician mentoring, student shadowing, and participation in ongoing education and outreach.

The position requires NC OT licensure and BLS within 3 months. Regular weekend and holiday coverage is expected; on-site work is standard with a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in North Carolina.
• BLS within 3 months of hire date.
• No prior experience required.
• Exhibits effective communication and interprofessional skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes occupational therapy documentation, billing, and statistics per team guidelines.
• Administers assessment tools to establish a plan of care and modifications.
• Mentors assistive personnel and delegates responsibilities per licensing guidelines.
• Provides clinical precepting and teaching for students and staff; offers feedback and coaching.
• Assists in planning and coordinating clinical programs with the clinical specialist or manager.

Skills

Effective communication

Interprofessional collaboration

Physical stamina

Clinical problem-solving

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

UNC Medical Center in Butner, North Carolina, seeks an Occupational Therapist I to provide evidence-based evaluation, treatment interventions, and education to patients and caregivers. The role includes clinician mentoring, student shadowing, and participation in ongoing education and outreach.

The position requires NC OT licensure and BLS within 3 months. Regular weekend and holiday coverage is expected; on-site work is standard with a 40-hour work week.