Occupational Therapist - Outpatient, Atrium Health Physical Therapy Lincolnton

American Addiction Centers•Lincolnton, NC

4d•$33 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapists play a key role in helping patients regain independence in daily activities through individualized, evidence-based interventions for orthopedic and neurologic conditions in a collaborative, team-based setting. This role is within an outpatient rehabilitation clinic offering coordinated care across physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The Occupational Therapist will provide patient evaluation and care planning, deliver patient care appropriate to age-specific and other population needs, and provide clinical leadership. The caseload is typically ortho/neuro focused.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy program required.
Applicable state license for Occupational Therapy required.
Possess and maintain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Hand Therapist experience is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

Assesses and documents patient's medical, mental and emotional needs at admission and on an on-going basis.
Develops and implements a plan of care to meet patient and family needs, to include discharge planning and utilization of available resources.
Acts as patient advocate; treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care in a safe and timely manner.
Demonstrates clinical reasoning, coupled with clinical skills to conduct accurate clinical assessments and perform patient care activities; evaluates effectiveness of therapy interventions, identifies and prioritizes patient/family strengths, needs and priorities.
Identifies the normal course of illness in assigned patient population recognizing and intervening appropriately when deviations occur.
Communicates patient information and thoroughly documents therapist's actions and plan of care.
Provides clinical leadership and mentoring.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program