About The Position
Fulfills the needs of patients, families, and community by providing Occupational Therapy services in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. Responds effectively to new and changing work assignments. Seeking an Occupational Therapist with a passion for treating the lymphedema and oncology population. In this role, the Occupational Therapist will treat patients with general lymphedema conditions as well as lymphedema due to cancer. Evaluates selected diagnoses accurately using basic techniques in acute care and rehabilitation. Ask for clarification of orders from physicians, and request consultation from other OTs as needed. Consider all aspects of the patients’ needs including the physical, psychosocial, developmental, and cultural. Develops and implements treatment plans using appropriate problem-solving skill, and clinical reasoning. Documents evaluations, progress notes and discharge notes in a clear and concise manner, consistent with department policies and KOTA/AOTA. Supervises Level 1 students independently. Supervises level 2 students after one of clinical experiences, with assistance from the Student Coordinator as needed. Meets all District of Columbia requirements for continuing education. Maintains current CPR certification. Follow all departmental procedures. Demonstrates good rapport with patients and professionalism with other professionals, patients, and visitors. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an A.O.T.A. accredited school of Occupational Therapy
- Current and valid DC OT licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
- Certified in lymphedema (CLT)
- CPR Certified
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree from an A.O.T.A. accredited school of Occupational Therapy preferred.
Responsibilities
- Fulfills the needs of patients, families, and community by providing Occupational Therapy services in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
- Responds effectively to new and changing work assignments.
- Evaluates selected diagnoses accurately using basic techniques in acute care and rehabilitation.
- Develops and implements treatment plans using appropriate problem-solving skill, and clinical reasoning.
- Documents evaluations, progress notes and discharge notes in a clear and concise manner, consistent with department policies and KOTA/AOTA.
- Supervises Level 1 students independently.
- Supervises level 2 students after one of clinical experiences, with assistance from the Student Coordinator as needed.
- Meets all District of Columbia requirements for continuing education.
- Maintains current CPR certification.
- Follow all departmental procedures.
- Demonstrates good rapport with patients and professionalism with other professionals, patients, and visitors.
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
