Occupational Therapist - Outpatient, Atrium Health Physical Therapy Gateway
About The Position
Occupational Therapists play a vital role in addressing upper extremity function, activities of daily living, and lymphedema management, partnering closely with physicians and other clinicians to optimize patient outcomes. Preference is given to candidates with lymphedema certification (CLT) or experience in oncology rehabilitation, supporting the clinic’s commitment to comprehensive, specialized care. Atrium Health Physical Therapy Gateway (a facility of Atrium Health Cabarrus) is a comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation clinic serving a diverse patient population with orthopedic, neurologic, and oncologic needs. The interdisciplinary team includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and support staff who collaborate to deliver individualized, evidence-based care focused on restoring function and improving quality of life.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy program required.
- Applicable state license for Occupational Therapy required.
- Possess and maintain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association required.
Nice To Haves
- Lymphedema Certification (CLT) or willing to be certified.
- Experience in oncology rehabilitation.
Responsibilities
- Provides patient evaluation and care planning.
- Delivers patient care appropriate to age-specific and other population needs.
- Provides clinical leadership.
- Assesses and documents patient's medical, mental and emotional needs at admission and on an on-going basis.
- Develops and implements a plan of care to meet patient and family needs, to include discharge planning and utilization of available resources.
- Acts as patient advocate; treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care in a safe and timely manner.
- Demonstrates clinical reasoning, coupled with clinical skills to conduct accurate clinical assessments and perform patient care activities; evaluates effectiveness of therapy interventions, identifies and prioritizes patient/family strengths, needs and priorities.
- Identifies the normal course of illness in assigned patient population recognizing and intervening appropriately when deviations occur.
- Communicates patient information and thoroughly documents therapist's actions and plan of care.
- Provides clinical leadership and mentoring.
Benefits
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
