Occupational Therapist

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

13d•$43 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist II serves as a primary clinician, providing comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, treatments, and education to patients with complex medical and surgical conditions. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, establishes measurable patient goals, and provides care in accordance with established standards. The therapist also serves as a Clinical Instructor for students and assists with staff mentoring and orientation. The position includes patient assessment and treatment planning, patient and family education, equipment recommendations, discharge planning, quality assurance, accurate documentation, and maintaining treatment schedules and work areas. The therapist supports infection-control and sterile-technique protocols, participates in professional development and research activities as requested, and follows applicable policies and regulations. Acute care experience is preferred; new graduates with acute-care clinical experience will be considered. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday, based on need.

Requirements

Graduation from an Occupational Therapy Program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
At least one year of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
A valid, unencumbered Occupational Therapist License approved by the Georgia Board of Occupational Therapy.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must maintain certification with NBCOT.

Nice To Haves

Acute care experience is preferred.
New graduates with acute care clinical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive evaluations, testing, and treatment for patients with complex medical and surgical conditions.
Educate patients and their families in a manner tailored to their needs.
Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals.
Ensure daily practices align with established patient care standards.
Recommend appropriate equipment for patient care.
Assist other staff in assessing patients and problems.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences to enhance patient care.
Work cooperatively with team members to maintain a positive, results-oriented work environment.
Collaborate with care teams and community resources on post-discharge planning and follow-up.
Respond to requests for professional information or advice, referring complex matters to appropriate personnel.
Participate in quality assurance activities, peer reviews, and patient care committee initiatives as requested.
Mentor staff as appropriate and assist with new staff orientation.
Plan treatment schedules for optimal staff and equipment use while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
Monitor and ensure compliance with infection-control and sterile-technique protocols.
Document patient care and record service charges accurately.
Manage inventory, equipment maintenance, and work-area organization.
Serve as a Clinical Instructor for short-term students.
Help maintain clear and accurate interdisciplinary and interdepartmental information flow.
Attend relevant educational in-services and professional activities and work with the Leader to develop a professional growth plan.
Delegate tasks effectively as appropriate and adhere to applicable policies, protocols, and regulations.
Support and participate in research activities as requested and contribute to the professional community and community at large.
Perform other related duties as assigned.