Occupational Therapist - Methodist

Indiana University Health; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an occupational therapist to provide comprehensive therapy services to patients with physical and psychological needs in a hospital setting. You will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs.

The role requires a Master’s in Occupational Therapy, Indiana state license, BLS, and NBCOT is preferred. You will work within a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic clinical environment, with IU Health offering robust benefits and professional growth

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• NBCOT certification preferred.
• Current Indiana license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services for treatment of physical and psychological dysfunctions.
• Direct patient care using sensorimotor, functional, educational, recreational, and social activities.
• Willingly supervise occupational therapy assistants, support personnel, and students.
• Participate in related activities supporting patient care, education, and department operations.

Skills

Patient care

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

NBCOT

Job description

Overview

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Provides occupational therapy services for the treatment of physical and psychological dysfunctions. Provides direct patient care using a variety of sensorimotor, functional, educational, recreational, and social activities designed to help patients regain physical or mental functioning. Appropriately supervises occupational therapy assistants, support personnel and students. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.

• Requires a Master's Degree from an accredited academic program in occupational therapy; or, if foreign trained, graduation from an occupational therapy education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is preferred.
• Requires current license in the State of Indiana.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.