Occupational Therapist I (Per Diem) - Occupational Therapy RHSH

UNC Health • Holly Springs, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is highly skilled rehabilitative work with patients whose abilities to cope with daily living tasks are impaired by developmental deficiencies, aging, medical concerns, or psychological and social disabilities. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluations, consultations, and skilled treatment; documents activities; and instructs patients, families, and students. Work is performed under the general supervision of an Occupational Therapist II or Occupational Therapist Supervisor. The position is per diem, onsite at UNC Rex Holly Springs Hospital, with a weekend work schedule. Weekday availability is a plus.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in North Carolina.
• No prior experience required.
• Must be available to work weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Availability to work during the week.

Responsibilities

• Complete occupational therapy documentation in the medical record according to department guidelines and complete department records for billing and statistics.
• Manage the occupational therapy caseload efficiently and effectively.
• Manage resources needed to carry out occupational therapy treatment plans and achieve patient goals.
• Plan and coordinate clinical programs in response to patient needs, technologies, clinical practices, regulations, and reimbursement requirements.
• Communicate regularly with physicians, the supervisor, and others about occupational therapy programs and patients served.
• Provide clinical supervision and teaching for occupational therapy students or staff; plan orientation, caseload, and other learning activities; provide feedback and coaching; and evaluate learner performance.
• Select and perform appropriate occupational therapy evaluations to identify and assess problems; set treatment goals and devise treatment plans; and reevaluate and adjust plans in response to changing patient conditions and discharge plans.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level