Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Northside Hospital•Cumming, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Northside Hospital is an award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing organization. We are expanding the quality and reach of our care, creating opportunities for healthcare professionals. Our Rehabilitation Team supports employee professional and personal growth through advanced certification, specialty training, financial support, and tuition reimbursement. We offer staff career advancement programs, foster work/life balance, embrace diversity, and care for our employees. We are a highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department, a compassionate and dedicated team focused on evidence-based care, and a supportive leadership team. We collaborate strongly with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams and are active in community service. Our focus is on service excellence and providing expert-level care. Our team includes seasoned clinicians and mentors, with ongoing residency and enrichment programs. Many team members have long tenures with the organization.

Requirements

B. S. Degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy.
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Must be certified in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all age groups.
Must have 2 years of licensed clinical experience.
Internal candidate must attain 3.25 PE (prior year), no disciplinary action on file, and no red rule violation.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other government regulations.

Responsibilities

Develops and administers occupational therapy programs and treatments for inpatients and outpatients of age groups defined by clinical competency which may include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.