Occupational Therapist Registered

Mount Nittany Health • State College, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide occupational therapy services to referred patients/clients; in collaboration with supervisor to develop and implement student clinical program.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program for Occupational Therapy.
• Good physical condition in order to endure stresses of the job.
• Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of the physical, mental, psychological, and social needs of the patient.
• Good interpersonal skills, maturity, flexibility, good judgment and dependability are required.
• The therapist is mature, flexible and motivated.
• Displays confidence in reasons for and execution of chosen treatment.
• Realizes own limitations and initiates obtaining assistance/support from supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Does not let distractions in the busy department interfere with patient treatment, interactions or job duties.
• Demonstrates flexibility in treating new patients who must be fit in on an emergency basis.
• Must be licensed (or license eligible) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the practice of Occupational Therapy.
• Meets the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by the NBCOT is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to referred patients/clients.
• Develop and implement student clinical program in collaboration with supervisor.
• Supervise the evaluation, training and directing of COTA staff and students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree