Occupational Therapist-Outpatient Therapy

Kettering Health; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health in Jackson, Ohio, is looking for an Occupational Therapist to provide evaluations and tailored treatment plans for patients with various functional limitations. The role involves working with diverse populations, including infants, children, adults, and geriatrics.

The ideal candidate will graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Ohio. A commitment to patient care and safety is imperative in this not-for-profit healthcare system. Exceptional care and compassion are at the core of this position.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Must be licensed or eligible for license by the State of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy evaluations to determine symptoms and functional limitations.
• Develops targeted treatment plans to decrease symptoms.
• Uses various therapeutic techniques for patient treatment.

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensure or eligibility for licensure in Ohio

Job description

Responsibilities

• In cooperation with the referral source, provides occupational therapy evaluation to determine the extent of the symptoms and/or functional limitations relevant to the diagnosis
• Develops treatment plan that is targeted and adjusted to decrease or eliminate the symptoms and functional limitations
• Uses the physical elements of thermo-therapy, electro-therapy, hydrotherapy, exercise, postural training/bio-mechanics, gait training, soft tissue mobilization, and independent living skills training for treatment
• Objectively documents progress in elimination of symptoms and restoration of function
• Is involved with a full spectrum of patients, including Infant, Child, Adult and Geriatric populations
• Provides supervision and direction to physical therapy assistants to assure that patient’s goals and objectives are met

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
• Must be licensed or eligible for license by the State of Ohio

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.