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Occupational Therapist ( OT )
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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.
$87,262 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Day Shift Description:
Position Summary:
The Occupational Therapist will independently assume responsibility and accountability for the evaluation, assessment, and creation of a plan of care for patients assigned to their care. The occupational therapist will work in accordance with facility and departmental policies and procedures and maintain the highest quality of patient care. The occupational therapist is responsible for and will collaborate with occupational therapist assistants with whom they delegate patient care. This colleague will work cooperatively and collectively with the varying interdisciplinary teams established throughout the facility. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the specific site demands. Travel may be required based on needs. The occupational therapist is responsible for the maintenance of their national certification, state licensure, and the necessary requirements for continuing education. The occupational therapist is responsible to the service area manager and/or the designated site leader.Weekend and Holiday Expectation:
The relief occupational therapist will work a minimum of one Saturday every 4 weeks. The relief occupational therapist will work one holiday per calendar year based on department needs.Education:
Must be a graduate of a Master's or previously equivalent educational program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).Required:
Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Occupational Therapy.Preferred:
Master's Degree (M.S) in Occupational Therapy.Required Certification and Licensure:
- State of Michigan Occupational Therapist License or eligible to obtain licensure prior to hire.
Related Experience:
Preferred:
1-year professional experience- American Heart Association BLS or equivalent
Other Qualifications:
- Competency of Microsoft suite of office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Teams)
- Basic computer skills
- Proficient and effective use of EMR standards
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Excellent customer service skills necessary to interact with patients, peers, and providers to maintain and promote positive relationships
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to portray a professional customer image
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to problem solve effectively based on established policies and procedures Hours |