Occupational Therapist II

MUSC Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Occupational Therapist II to join their dedicated team in Columbia. This role involves confirming and interpreting physician referrals, administering and documenting treatment plans, and providing ongoing patient assessments. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid license, along with a passion for enhancing patient care. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make a difference in the lives of patients, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a workplace that values energetic and enthusiastic individuals!

Qualifications

• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the South Carolina Board.
• Experience as an occupational therapist is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document evaluation and treatment plans for patients.
• Re-evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Assessment

Clinical Judgment

Documentation

Home Exercise Programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

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Job Description Summary

Confirms and interprets physician referrals for Occupational Therapy Services and consults physician as

Job Description Summary

Confirms and interprets physician referrals for Occupational Therapy Services and consults physician as

needed for clarification or recommended change.

Administers and documents evaluation and treatment plan appropriate to patient condition and diagnosis

with regular reassessments during the course of treatment.

Documents daily progress notes and discharge summaries and administers treatment according to policy.

Performs patient treatment of assigned caseload per treatment plan; utilizing clinical judgment and

procedures within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice.

Re-evaluates and adjusts treatment plans and goals on an ongoing basis for each patient.

Instructs patients and caregivers regarding safety issues, Home Exercise Programs, etc. as indicated.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000907 COL - Physical Therapy (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

FLSA Status: Salaried

Hours Per Week: 40

Job Summary: Confirms and interprets physician referrals for Occupational Therapy Services and consults physician as needed for clarification or recommended change. Administers and documents evaluation and treatment plan appropriate to patient condition and diagnosis with regular reassessments during the course of treatment. Documents daily progress notes and discharge summaries and administers treatment according to policy. Performs patient treatment of assigned caseload per treatment plan; utilizing clinical judgment and procedures within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice. Re-evaluates and adjusts treatment plans and goals on an ongoing basis for each patient. Instructs patients and caregivers regarding safety issues, Home Exercise Programs, etc. as indicated.

Required License Certification and Registration: licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy and registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Bachelor or master's degree in Occupational Therapy and one year of experience as an occupational therapist

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) *(Selected Positons) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positons) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

Additional Job Description

Bachelor or master's degree in Occupational Therapy and one year of experience as an occupational therapist and licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy and registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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Employment type

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Job function

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• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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