Occupational Therapist

A part of ScionHealth healthcare network, Southwestern Medical Center provides a comprehensive range of medical services and high quality care. We are a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region. Our accreditation by The Joint Commission powerfully demonstrates our commitment to meet the highest national standards for quality and safety.

Our most important mission here is to serve you and your family. We combine the medical and technological resources of a regional center for healthcare, with the warm, friendly and personal touch of a caring, compassionate staff.

The Registered Occupational Therapist provides patient care based upon a total assessment and written evaluation that is appropriate for the patient’s need and medical condition and provides such care in compliance with hospital and physical therapy department policy and procedures.

The licensed Therapist will also assist in the department’s performance improvement plan and the hospital’s commitment to continuous quality improvement.

The therapist assumes responsibility for maintaining and improving occupational therapy knowledge and skills by conducting staff in-services and attending continuing education courses. Good communication skills and computer skills, and adherence to the Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy and Code of Ethics established by the AOTA.

Requirements

Position Requirements

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• License: State of Oklahoma
• Certification-Basic Life Support (CPR) within 30 days of hire

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a BS, MS, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy.

Experience

None required, 6 months or greater preferred.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Equity
• Work From Home
• Paid Time Off

Other

Patients of Southwestern Medical Center can have confidence they are receiving the highest quality care available. Our dedicated hospital staff works with patients and their loved ones to provide encouragement, support and healing during every step of the recovery process.

In an effort to constantly improve our community, we go beyond the boundaries of our facility and partner with local businesses, organizations and medical providers to increase healthy choices, habits and lifestyles within the Lawton Fort Sill area.