Occupational Therapist I (Per Diem)

UNC Health • Hillsborough, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is highly skilled rehabilitative work with patients whose ability to manage daily living tasks is impaired by developmental deficiencies, aging, medical concerns, or psychological and social disabilities. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluations, consultations, and skilled treatment; documents activities; and instructs patients, families, and students. Work is performed under the general supervision of an Occupational Therapist II or Occupational Therapist Supervisor.

This per-diem, onsite role requires weekend coverage by rotation—one weekend shift every four weeks—and at least one additional shift per month. The position is based in Hillsborough, North Carolina, and has a standard commitment of 8 hours per week. The posted hiring range is $35.87–$51.57 per hour; offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in North Carolina.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Complete occupational therapy documentation in the medical record according to department guidelines and complete department records for billing and statistics.
• Manage the occupational therapy caseload efficiently and effectively.
• Manage the resources needed to carry out treatment plans and achieve patient goals.
• Plan and coordinate clinical programs in response to patient needs, technologies, clinical practices, regulations, and reimbursement requirements; communicate regularly with physicians, supervisors, and others about programs and patients served.
• Provide clinical supervision and teaching for occupational therapy students or staff, including planning orientation, caseloads, and learning activities; provide feedback and coaching; and evaluate learner performance.
• Select and perform appropriate occupational therapy evaluations to identify and assess problems; establish treatment goals and plans; and reevaluate and adjust plans based on the patient's changing condition and discharge plans.

Benefits

• UNC Health benefits are provided. Employees who currently participate in TSERS or the ORP through another North Carolina agency may continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level