Occupational Therapist - Methodist

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

PTO Program

401k match

Other programs

Job summary

IU Health is seeking occupational therapy professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care within its medical system. The role involves direct treatment through diverse activities designed to improve physical and mental functioning.

Supervisory duties extend to assistants and students, supporting education and department operations. Candidates should hold a Master's in Occupational Therapy, be licensed in Indiana, and have BLS certification; NBCOT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• NBCOT certification is preferred.
• Current license in Indiana required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; advanced life support may be required by unit/department policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services for treatment of physical and psychological dysfunctions.
• Direct patient care using sensorimotor, functional, educational, recreational, and social activities to aid recovery.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants, support staff, and students.
• Participate in activities that support patient care, education and department operations.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Patient care

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

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.

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.

• substantialbenefits package
• PTO Program
• 401k match
• several other programs

These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.