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BHS Baptist Healthcare System

OT, Outpatient Lymphedema Therapist

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What they do

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.

$83,886 / year median in Kentucky

-8% projected decline

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Job Description

Summary Job Description:
Occupational Therapy - Outpatient Lymphedema Specialist full-time, first shift
Job Description:
The Occupational Therapist shall plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including doctors and other health personnel; and supervise COTAs, aides, volunteers, and students. The occupational therapist will follow hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Requirements:
Bachelor, Post baccalaureate Certificate, Master or Doctoral degree from an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accrediting Council on Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Kentucky State License or interim license as an occupational therapist required. Advanced certification in Lymphoedema therapy required. BLS from American Heart Association (AHA) - required within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in acute care, SNF, and/or outpatient experience preferred.
Benefits:
Tuition Assistance reimbursement program Paid Time Off available for use upon hire Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Bereavement Leave (includes pets) Employee Assistance Program Retirement plans with company match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.