Occupational Therapist - Rehab Main Campus (Full Time) - 7091

St. Mary's Medical Center Inc; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Occupational Therapist for the Rehab Main Campus in Huntington, WV. The role involves evaluating and directing occupational therapy services under supervision to restore function after injury or disability.

The candidate should be a graduate of an OT program with NBCOT certification and WV license or temporary license, plus current BLS. Experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a School of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Board.
• Successful completion of National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy examination.
• Current state of West Virginia license or Temporary license, current BLS card.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, direct and administer occupational therapy as prescribed by a physician.
• Assist patients to reach maximum function and independence.
• Coordinate and supervise staff and rehab techs; participate in CQI and infection control.

Skills

OT knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Initiative and judgment

Education

Graduate of OT School

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Rehab Main Campus (Full Time) - 7091

Job Description

St. Mary's MedicalCenteris seeking a Full TimeOccupational Therapist.Under the supervision of the department leader or designee performs designated routine tasks related to the operation of an Occupational Therapy Service. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy treatment as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (COTA's, rehabilitation techs, etc.) The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department: maintains performance improvement activities within the department, participates in CQI activities, assists with monitoring budget guidelines, ensures that patient charges are accurate and completed in a timely manner and participates in infection control, departmental equipment training , organizational safety and fire safety programs.

Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a School of Occupational Therapy or equivalent, which is approved by the American Board of Occupational Therapy Education. Successful completion of National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy examination. Current state of West Virginia license or Temporary license, current BLS card.

EXPERIENCE: Experience preferred but not required.

SKILLS: A thorough knowledge of the field of occupational therapy. Ability to work in co-operation with physicians, OTR/L, other hospital personnel and patients. To be proficient to the fullest extent in all Occupational Therapy service provision. Should have initiative and good judgement.

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