Occupational Therapist - ICU

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Schedule flexibility

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide specialized care services for patients in the ICU. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy and current licensure in Georgia. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations and treatments while supervising assistants and students. This position offers schedule flexibility and values contributions to patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist licensure in the State of Georgia.
• BLS certification required.
• Two years of previous healthcare experience as an Occupational therapist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy specialized care services for patients in the ICU.
• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments.
• Responsible for the care of patients treated by assistants and students.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Patient evaluation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelors degree in occupational therapy

Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change. Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Required Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 8am-4:30pm

Responsibilities

Provides occupational therapy specialized care services for patients admitted in the ICU assisting them to reach highest level of functional independence. Patient population including but not limited to: LVAD, IABP, ECMO, and Heart Transplant. Conducts occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments. Specialized in care for complex patient types through advanced training and education. Responsible for the care of patients treated by certified occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers.

Education

• Bachelors degree in occupational therapy.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with a BS, MS, or OTD. Must maintain current CEUs as required by the State.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Occupational Therapist licensure in the State of Georgia. BLS required.

Additional Qualifications

Successful completion of the ICU orientation within 1 year of hire. Experience with research and analysis of data preferred. Must be able to evaluate data and make independent decisions. Two years of previous healthcare experience as an Occupational therapist preferred.

Business Unit: Piedmont Atlanta Hospital