Occupational Therapist Burn

Valleywise Health System • Phoenix, AZ

3d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements rehabilitation treatment for patients recovering from burns, diseases, injuries, or other debilitating conditions. Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor of Rehab, the therapist works with patients and their families to provide personalized care that supports recovery and independent living. Treatment may include therapeutic exercises, functional skills training, adaptive equipment, and physical modalities. The role also includes educating patients and their support networks and coordinating transitions to aftercare and outpatient services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Zero to one year of clinical occupational therapy experience in inpatient and outpatient services; therapy school experience is acceptable.
• Completion of 40 hours of AZ Burn Center orientation with burn occupational therapist(s), or at least one year of burn experience within the last five years.
• Current or temporary Arizona state Occupational Therapy licensure.
• BLS certification; an AHA-approved training center BLS card is preferred and will be required within three months.
• Good verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills, including basic grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English and communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to work with professionals, maintain confidentiality, and meet designated deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association training center.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs and develop targeted, evidence-based rehabilitation programs tailored to recovery from trauma, burns, or illness.
• Help patients improve mobility and independently manage daily activities such as dressing and grooming.
• Fit customized splints and orthotics and train patients to use them and other assistive technologies.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and physical modalities, observe treatment, measure progress, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Educate patients and their support networks and coordinate transitions to aftercare and outpatient services.

What This Job Offers

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