Occupational Therapist

Boston Medical Center • Brockton, MA

46d • Onsite

About The Position

The occupational therapist is responsible for patient evaluations, care planning, directing and administering occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. The OT administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. The OT assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Requirements

• B.S. prior to 2007; M.S. post 2007
• 1-2 years of experience with a well established clinical background preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MA OT License by start date
• BLS Required by start date
• MOCA Certification required within 60 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical setting experience preferred.
• National registration preferred

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations and treatment addressing ADL activities, functional, strength and cognitive deficits.
• Assess patient’s current status and develops goals and treatment plan with recommendations
• Plans and implements therapeutic programs and activities designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote and maintain health and self-sufficiency
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities and daily living activities
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit
• Completes in a thorough and accurate manner, evaluation reports, progress notes/flow sheets, discharge summary and additional required documentation
• Serves as a clinical resource to colleagues and other medical professionals
• Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities
• Functions in a self-directed manner and takes ownership to manage self and work including responsibility for actions and accountability for results
• Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in all interactions

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• pharmacy
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• earned time cash out
• paid time off
• career advancement opportunities
• resources to support employee and family wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level