AdventHealth University

Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

AdventHealth University • $62K — $116K *
Rome, GA 30165In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.
  • Must hold a valid Occupational Therapist (OT) certification or Temporary certification.
  • Basic Life Support - CPR Certification required.
  • Familiarity with evaluation and treatment planning techniques in rehabilitation.
  • Experience with patient education and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform evaluations and re-evaluations using established standards.
  • Develop and adapt individualized treatment plans with specific goals.
  • Document patient progress accurately and on time with measurable terms.
  • Identify educational needs of patients and caregivers and provide necessary training.
  • Discharge patients when appropriate, following best practices and guidelines.
  • Ensure accurate and timely patient charging processes.
  • Maintain clinical competencies by engaging in professional development and evidence-based practices.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment fostering professional growth.
  • Opportunities for continuous education and clinical instruction.
  • Active participation in departmental quality and improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2112 Shorter Ave Nw

City:

Rome

State:

Georgia

Postal Code:

30165

Job Description:

Entry level pay starting at $33.67/hr.
  • Performs evaluations and re-evaluations using recommended techniques and standards.
  • Establishes, implements, and adapts individualized treatment plans, including goal setting, treatment activities, and frequency.
  • Documents accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology.
  • Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education and utilizes opportunities for teaching, including discharge recommendations.
  • Discharges patients when maximum benefit is achieved or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.
  • Charges patients accurately, timely, and legibly.
  • Practices principles of professional development and performance improvements by maintaining clinical knowledge, using best and or evidence-based practices, and serving as a Clinical instructor.
  • Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
  • Maintains clinical competencies through professional development, best practices, and serving as a clinical instructor.
  • Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides, according to established regulations and practice standards

Education:
  • Master's Preferred

Field of Study:
  • in Occupational Therapy

Additional Information:
  • Education requirements for this position are determined by the licensing or certification standards set forth by the relevant certifying body.
  • Applicants must possess the level of education mandated for eligibility to obtain and maintain the required license or certification.

Licenses and Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required
  • Occupational Therapist (OT) Required OR
  • Occupational Therapist - Temporary Required


Pay Range:

$30.16 - $56.09

About AdventHealth University

AdventHealth University is a private university in Orlando, Florida. It was founded in 1992 and is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields including nursing, radiography, and sonography. AdventHealth University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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