Full Time Occupational Therapist- Lymphedema
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and develops treatment plans for physical, mental, and emotional rehabilitation or adaptation to disability. The role provides quality occupational therapy services with assistance from a COTA and requires creativity, adaptability, and independent judgment. New graduates are welcome, and mentorship is available. The position administers treatment at multiple inpatient and outpatient locations, supervises COTAs as needed, and supports the OT department through cross-training, student and volunteer supervision, safety activities, in-services, program development, and therapist coverage during vacation periods.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Successful completion of coursework and required clinical affiliations through an accredited occupational therapy educational program.
- CPR certification.
- Ability to be creative, adaptable, and exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to sit for up to 90 minutes at a time and stand for 30–45 minutes consecutively.
- Ability to manipulate machine dials with hands and fingers.
- Ability to lift and move patients up to 200 pounds and push or pull patients weighing up to 200 pounds.
- Ability to occasionally stoop or bend, squat, crouch, kneel, and reach above shoulder level.
- Tactile sensation sufficient to feel muscle spasms, texture, and skin temperature.
- Hearing sufficient for normal conversation and call bells.
- Vision sufficient for general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Responsibilities
- Complete patient evaluations, develop treatment plans, and implement treatment programs.
- Administer treatment at multiple inpatient and outpatient locations.
- Supervise COTAs daily as needed.
- Communicate and document patient-related information in a timely manner.
- Represent occupational therapy in multidisciplinary meetings.
- Assist with cross-training OT personnel.
- Supervise OTR/COTA fieldwork students and volunteers.
- Promote department safety and participate in and present in-services to OT staff and others.
- Assist with developing and implementing programs.
- Provide coverage for departmental therapists during vacation periods.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
