Occupational Therapist- Outpatient Pediatrics

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Program

Job summary

Reading Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and implement treatment programs for patients in the Rehabilitation Continuum. The role involves supervision of assistants and a collaborative approach with healthcare professionals. Candidates are expected to hold a Master's degree or a combination of education and experience, along with required certifications.

Benefits include generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive health coverage starting the first month after hire. Join a committed regional healthcare system offering a range of medical services and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Must hold a PA Occupational Therapy License.
• BLS Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to Occupational Therapy principles.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Maintains working relationships with hospital staff including leadership and allied health professionals.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Summary

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!
• Tuition Assistance
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Master's Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree

Experience

• No experience

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.