What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at St. Francis-Emory Healthcare?
Description
At. St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our employees deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of St. Francis – the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.
Organizes and conducts a medically prescribed occupational therapy program designed to aid patients in reaching their maximum functional ability. Possesses appropriate education, experience, and training to assure competency as delineated in the “Age Specific Competence Assessment”. As do all therapists, serves as a supervisor to clinical support staff whose skill and knowledge to evaluate performance of staff members against criteria stated in the job description. Evaluates, plans, and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment to patients.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
X Bachelor’s degree X Required
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Required Skills
Licenses:
Current state license to practice occupational therapy