Acute Care Occupational Therapist

The Ohio State University

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the laws and rules that govern the practice of Occupational therapy in the state of Ohio. Although team members report directly to a team leader, they are also responsible to each other, to those they supervise, and to other participants included in the patient care activities. Populations for this position will include, but not limited to, general medicine, general surgery, orthopedic spine, neurovascular, neurosurgery, and neurocritical care. Position schedule will include a weekend component.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Ohio.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• All rehabilitation team members must be licensed or certified with the respective profession (occupational therapy), and meet the educational and/or certification requirements established by their professions, Occupational therapists, and must hold bachelor's degrees).
• All academic degrees must have been granted by an accredited institution.
• Licensed in the state of Ohio.

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Typically, one-two years experience working in a medical setting is preferred for all professionals hired.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the laws and rules that govern the practice of Occupational therapy in the state of Ohio.
• Team members report directly to a team leader, but are also responsible to each other, to those they supervise, and to other participants included in the patient care activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level