Occupational Therapist

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits. This role involves assessing a patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills, designing and implementing appropriate treatment plans, and documenting patient progress. The therapist will also educate patients and families, plan for discharge, and oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians. This position is part of the Acute Care Rehab Services department at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Licensed Professional Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Bachelor's degree required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.
Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
Document findings of patient progress.
Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed.
Seek consultation as necessary.
Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.