Occupational Therapist (OT)

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Bryan (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkview Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide patient care across outpatient, inpatient, and pediatric settings. The OT evaluates, plans, implements and documents treatment, drawing from physician prescriptions and patient needs.

You will supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, ensure timely documentation and billing, and collaborate with the rehab team to support rehabilitation goals in alignment with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (Bachelor's level if before 2002; Master's preferred).
• Must hold or be eligible for OT license in the service state within 90 days.
• CPR certification required or obtainable within 90 days.
• American Occupational Therapy Association membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, implement and document OT treatment as prescribed by physicians.
• Instruct and collaborate with OT assistants; supervise OTAs (COTA/OTA) in program delivery.
• Complete documentation and billing in a timely manner; ensure compliance with Joint Commission and state practice acts.
• Maintain professional standards and participate in interdisciplinary rehabilitation activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Req #: 188286

Summary

This position works in Outpatient, Inpatient, and Peds settings.

Provides professional patient care and practices occupational therapy by evaluating, planning, implementing and documenting treatment. Assesses plans and carries out programs of purposeful activity designed to assist in the rehabilitation of medically necessary patients as prescribed by the physician. Bases selection of activities from physician's prescription, history, evaluation findings, experience and interests of the patient; plans and directs special diversional or educational events for patients. Instructs and collaborates with occupational therapy assistants regarding treatment procedures to be utilized. Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA/OTA) in carrying out an OT program or selected parts of it. Completes all documentation and billing in a timely and acceptable manner. All care is provided in accordance with the philosophy and essential functions of the rehabilitation department, the Joint Commission, State Practice Acts, and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Education

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of , with an Occupational Therapy degree as follows: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree if graduated before 1/1/2002; Master's degree required if graduated after 1/1/2002; International Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school and possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy. A Masters degree is preferred.

Licensure/Certification

Must hold or be eligible to receive an Occupational Therapy license in the state where services will be provided within the first 90 days of employment. Must be certified in CPR or must become certified within the first 90 days of employment. Must maintain all certifications and licensure according to the expiration date. American Occupational Therapy Association membership preferred. If assigned to drive a company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required. If assigned to drive a personal vehicle, proof of insurance is required in addition to a valid driver's license.

Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse. To view addendums, go to the job description page on Parkview's intranet.

Experience

Work experience preferred, but not required, other than clinical experience within educational training program.

Other Qualifications

Must be able to lift 50 pounds; 100 pounds shared lifting. Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Must be willing to work at other locations as assigned.