Apply on Employer Site

Unity Health · 15 hours ago

Occupational Therapist, Pool

Searcy, Arkansas

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Unity Health is a healthcare provider seeking an Occupational Therapist. The role involves maintaining standards of patient care and supervising therapy technicians, as well as collaborating with medical staff and managing inventory for patient care.

Health CareHospitalMedicalNon Profit

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining standards of patient care in accordance with hospital regulations, policies and procedures as established for occupational therapy; confers with the medical staff on procedures and policies pertaining to the care of their patients in this area; supervises therapy technicians

Responsible for maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment required for patient care, charging, scheduling and record keeping

Required to lift and carry equipment, supplies and materials

Assists patients in positioning and transfers as needed for specific treatment programs

Talking and hearing to convey instructions and information to patients and staff members

Visual acuity to perceive reactions to treatment and to read instructions

Works directly with patients of all ages, staff physicians, nursing service and in conjunction with physical therapy personnel, speech therapists, social workers, psychologists and dietary personnel

Qualification

Occupational Therapy LicenseB.S. in Occupational TherapyClinical AffiliationsPatient Care StandardsInterpersonal Skills

Required

B.S. degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution, with fulfillment of required clinical affiliations

Successful completion of national registration examination with scores required to obtain licensure

A current license to practice occupational therapy in the state of Arkansas

One to three months on-the-job training to learn department procedures

Must be able to perform job duties of a registered occupational therapist and those general duties specific to the Rehabilitative Services Department

Must be able to function in a professional manner with minimal direct supervision, accepting responsibility for developing and maintaining a personal relationship with patients and their families