Occupational Therapist OT- Pediatrics

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Tower Advance Pay

EAP & Retirement

Health benefits start date

Job summary

Tower Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Exeter outpatient office in Reading, PA 19606. You will evaluate, plan, and implement treatment programs for referred patients following established occupational therapy principles.

The role reports to the Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist, may supervise assistants and students, and supports all programs within the Rehabilitation Continuum while maintaining strong relationships with hospital leadership and care teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent education/experience).
• PA Occupational Therapy License; temporary licensure allowed in lieu of full licensure.
• BLS Certification.
• MS Office knowledge and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to OT principles.
• Supervised by Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.
• Maintains working relationships with hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers and other staff.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

*This is a Full-Time opening at our Exeter outpatient office (4885 Demoss Rd, Suite 201, Reading, PA 19606).

The Occupational Therapist:

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Occupational Therapy.
• Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.
• Maintains working relationships with: Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.

Benefits:

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree

Certification and Licensure

• PA Occupational Therapy License
• PA Occupational Therapy Temp Licensure will be required in lieu of full licensure
• BLS Certification

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.