Clinical Occupational Therapist - Providence Hospital

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits; assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment; implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities; documents findings of patient progress; monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed; seeks consultation as necessary; educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits;

plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs; oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required.

Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy and licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Alabama.

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.