Occupational Therapist II

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Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for independently performing occupational therapy evaluations and delivering evidence-based interventions to enhance patient function, safety, and quality of life. Develops and implements individualized treatment plans based on physician orders, clinical findings, and patient goals.

Demonstrates increased clinical competence and efficiency in managing diverse and moderately complex caseloads.

Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote patient-centered care, provides education to patients and caregivers, and supports departmental quality improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and professional standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans for patients with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments.
• Implements evidence-based therapeutic interventions, adaptive techniques, and assistive technologies to improve patient independence and functional performance.
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning in modifying treatment approaches and addressing complex rehabilitation needs.
• Assesses patient progress and outcomes, revises plans of care as appropriate, and coordinates safe discharge planning and follow-up recommendations.
• Provides patient and caregiver education on home exercise programs, safety, and adaptive strategies to support carryover and long-term outcomes.
• Collaborates effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure integrated and efficient patient care.
• Supervises and mentors rehabilitation assistants, technicians, and students in the delivery of quality therapy services.
• Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation consistent with professional, legal, and organizational standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives, quality improvement projects, and continuing education to advance professional competency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education Requirement
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field
• Master’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field is preferred

Experience Requirement

2-3 years of experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

• Certifications & Licensures
• Maintains active licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Achieves and maintains American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i. e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and intermittent performance of repetitive motions (such as documentation or therapeutic activities). Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment; occasional job-related travel; occasional exposure to cuts or punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional interaction with combative or violent people.

Department: Occupational Therapy

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Time Type

Full time

Address

222 Medical Circle

City, State

Morehead, Kentucky