Occupational Therapist I Option 2-Inpatient Therapy

Kettering Health • Hamilton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist I Option 2 delivers evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients across the care continuum. The role focuses on comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. The therapist supports patients in achieving optimal independence and functional outcomes, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and educates patients and families on rehabilitation strategies to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Other duties may be assigned. All responsibilities are carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Requirements

• Completion of required clinical fieldwork as part of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Current and valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board before the start date.
• Successful completion of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain it during the orientation period.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and evidence-based practices.
• Ability to assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency, including electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• For inpatient acute care positions: demonstrate patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care according to policy; knowledge of Rehab Med Acute Care; and consistent hand hygiene practices.
• For inpatient rehab positions: demonstrate proper KHN restraint skills; patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care according to policy; knowledge of Rehab Med Ranchos Levels and Interventions; and consistent hand hygiene practices.
• For outpatient therapy positions: demonstrate patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care according to policy; appropriately assess pain levels; and understand motor learning strategies.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program is preferred; a bachelor's degree with current OT licensure is also acceptable.
• Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
• Prior experience as an occupational therapist or in a healthcare setting.
• Active National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification, if not required for licensure renewal.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy services across the care continuum.
• Assess patients comprehensively and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.
• Support patients in achieving optimal independence and functional outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate patients and families on rehabilitation strategies to support safe, effective, patient-centered care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Carry out responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level