Occupational Therapist – Outpatient Orthopedics & Hand Therapy

Northside Hospital Inc. • Cumming, GA

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About The Position

Northside Hospital is an award-winning, state-of-the-art healthcare facility that is continually growing. We are expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities, creating more opportunities for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Our Rehabilitation Team is dedicated to supporting employees’ professional and personal growth, offering advanced certification and specialty training financial support and tuition reimbursement available upon hire. We foster an environment that promotes work/life balance and embrace diversity. Our organization is highly recognized and supportive, with a valued rehabilitation services department. We have a compassionate, dedicated, and innovative team of highly specialized professional staff focused on providing evidence-based care. Our leadership team encourages personal growth and development, and we collaborate strongly with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams. We are committed to community service initiatives, focusing on service excellence and providing expert-level care to our patients. Our seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications and specialty training, are involved in residency and enrichment programs, with a history of longevity within our team, often celebrating 20, 30, and 40 years of service.

Requirements

• B. S. Degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Certified in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all age groups.
• 2 years of licensed clinical experience.
• Internal candidates must attain 3.25 PE (prior year), have 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 various age groups including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Provides patient and family education regarding occupational therapy programs and treatments.
• Exercises courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel, and others to provide quality customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees