OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - POOL - FOX CHASE CANCER CENTER

Temple Health – Temple University Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health – Temple University Health System seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in inpatient and outpatient settings using a holistic approach to maximize functional recovery. The OT will develop treatment plans, educate patients, and participate in discharge planning.

The role requires a PA OT license, NBOT certification, BLS, and typically 2 years of experience; a bachelor's degree is mandatory with a master's preferred, and a combination of education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited OT program is required.
• Master's degree in OT preferred or combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 2 years experience in an Occupational Therapy setting preferred.
• PA Occupational Therapist Lic required.
• National Board Certified OT required.
• Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, evaluates and treats patients using a holistic approach to maximize functional capabilities in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participates in established occupational therapy programs including patient care and education.
• Evaluates and treats patients and establishes treatment programs and discharge plans.
• Directs support personnel within the scope of practice.

Education

Bachelor's Degree from accredited Occupational Therapy program

Master's Degree From Accredited Occupational Therapy Program Preferred

Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Job description

The Occupational Therapist plans, evaluates and treats patients related to their occupational therapy needs, utilizing a holistic approach to achieve the patient's maximum functional capabilities, within a clinical (inpatient and outpatient) setting. Participates in established occupational therapy programs including patient care and education. Evaluates and treats patients and establishes treatment programs and/or implements comprehensive discharge plans. Directs support personnel within the scope of practice.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited Occupational Therapy program Required
• Master's Degree From Accredited Occupational Therapy Program Preferred Or
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required

Experience

• 2 years experience in an Occupational Therapy Setting Preferred

Licenses

• PA Occupational Therapist Lic Required
• Natl Board Certified OT Required
• Basic Life Support Required