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The Ohio State University

Occupational Therapist - Contingent/IRP

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An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$85,669 / year median in Alabama

-5% projected decline

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Job Title:
Occupational Therapist -
Contingent/IRP Department:
University Hospital | Newborn Hearing Occupational therapist will be responsible for providing patient care to the newborn populations for both the Well Baby and Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Prior experience with these populations is preferred.
Additional Information:
Occupational therapists focus on promoting the physiological, neurological and cognitive development in newborns through evidence-based interventions. They assess reflexes, feeding and swallowing and provide individualized treatments for positioning, sleeping, hand-to-mouth activities, strengthening and sensory development. They also educate parents on how to care for their newborn after discharge, ensuring continuity of care. Provides occupational therapy services to newborn patients in the well baby and NICU populations Minimum Qualifications - Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school; OT license from state of Ohio; 0 years of relevant experience required; 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred
Location:
University Hospital (0870)
Position Type:
Intermittent Scheduled Hours:
0.2
Shift:
First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions . The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.