Occupational Therapist Outpatient Part-Time

University Hospitals; North Royalton (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Pain Management in North Royalton seeks an Occupational Therapist to lead rehabilitation programs aimed at improving patients' physical and psychosocial health. The role requires evaluating patients and creating personalized treatment plans, alongside educating patients and their caregivers.

Candidates must possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and hold a valid license. Strong communication skills are essential as the therapist will work closely with patients and families. This position offers the opportunity to impact patient health positively through comprehensive therapy programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts rehabilitation programs for patients.
• Develops effective treatment plans for rehabilitation.
• Educates patients and families on health information.

Job description

A Brief Overview

Organizes and conducts Occupational Therapy program to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with physical and/or psychosocial disabilities. The Occupational Therapist directs the patient's participation in selected activities/treatments to restore, re-enforce and correct pathology to promote and/or maintain good health.

What You Will Do

• Performs evaluation(s) and develops an effective treatment plan appropriate to a patient’s rehabilitation needs within the care continuum.
• Performs effective treatment techniques in a competent manner.
• Educates patient/family/caregiver in applicable health information, treatment and prevention.
• Initiates and participates in the discharge planning process.
• Performs other department activities such as, but not limited to documentation, billing, support of department operations, etc.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.