Occupational Therapist

Overview

Job Summary A licensed Occupational Therapist employed by Erlanger Health System, is responsible for direct and indirect care in the rehabilitation of the patient.

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Preferred: N/A

• Required: Knowledge of general occupational therapy principles and practical skills
• Preferred: N/A

• Required: Tennessee licensure and registration in Occupational Therapy. BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward.
• Preferred: N/A

Provides Occupational Therapy evaluations. Develops an individual plan of treatment for each patient. Provides age-appropriate treatment. Participates in team meetings and discharge planning. Educates patients and their families in the patient’s treatment program. Directs Occupational Therapy Assistants in patient treatments. Maintains accurate documentation. Serves as clinical instructor for OT and COTA students. Participates in continuing education programs. Participates in community education.

Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement efforts of the department and the Medical Center. Maintains standards as set down by the America Occupational Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional ethics.

Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN

Occupational Therapist, Full-Time

Regular