Occupational Therapist – Acute Care

Role Overview:

Seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to provide skilled inpatient services in an acute care hospital setting, focusing on patient-centered evaluation and treatment. The OT collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams, develops treatment plans, and recommends appropriate equipment and referrals as needed.

• Establishes and implements treatment plans considering discharge needs and patient progress.
• Educates and consults with patients, families, and other providers, making referrals when appropriate.
• Delegates tasks to assistants, techs, and students, ensuring interventions meet patient needs based on skill levels.
• Completes accurate documentation following departmental policies.
• Performs assessments, reassessments, and consultations for occupational therapy services.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid Occupational Therapist license.
• No prior experience required; supervision experience is not mandatory.
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Key Attributes:

• Strong collaboration, communication, and patient advocacy skills.
• Ability to develop personalized treatment plans and adapt interventions as needed.
• Competency in documentation and interdisciplinary teamwork.