Occupational Therapist (OT) - Acute Inpatient

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist in Acute Care Rehabilitation provides occupational therapy treatment to a diverse group of diagnoses including spinal cord injury, head injury, stroke, and orthopedic patients at University Hospital, Ross Heart Hospital, and James Cancer Hospital.

Responsible for the evaluation and development of a comprehensive care plan for all patients, functioning within a team of rehab professionals, and documenting abilities, progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and develops a comprehensive care plan for all patients.
• Documents patients' abilities, progress and outcomes.
• Provides therapy and participates in interdisciplinary rehab teams in acute care.

Education

Bachelor's Degree/Masters in Occupational Therapy

Job description

The Occupational Therapist in Acute Care Rehabilitation provides occupational therapy treatment to a diverse group of diagnoses including spinal cord injury, head injury, stroke, & orthopedic patients, as well as all patients in University Hospital, the Ross Heart Hospital, and the James Cancer Hospital requiring rehabilitation services.

Responsible for the evaluation & development of a comprehensive care plan for all patients. Functions within a team concept of rehab professionals. Documents patients' abilities, progress & outcomes. Provides quality services to an assigned group of patients and performs duties associated with patient care and participation in interdisciplinary teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Masters in Occupational Therapy and Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Ohio.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.