Occupational Therapist 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Occupational Therapist 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Occupational Therapist I provides effective and efficient rehabilitation, in accordance with the AOTA guidelines for occupational therapy, and participates in the development of services and programs provided by the University of Miami Health System. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
FL Licensure in Occupational Therapy
No experience required
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Licensure in occupational therapy

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy preferred
Experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Performs evaluation on new patients, establishes goals, and develops appropriate treatment plans.
Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding the patient’s condition.
Develops and maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team.
Communicates with physicians and their staff, obtains necessary information, and suggests revisions in treatment.
Participates in quality and safety improvement activities, and orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.
Supervises and instructs physical therapy students and provides or participates in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community at large.
Participates in program development and marketing efforts.
Pursues professional growth actively through affiliation with professional occupational therapy associations, and workshop and conference attendance.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Provide the afore-mentioned clinical services in the acute care division of our department.