Occupational Therapist I Option 2-Inpatient Therapy

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Responsibilities & Requirements

The Occupational Therapist I Option 2 delivers evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients across the care continuum, focusing on comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.

This role supports patients in achieving optimal independence and functional outcomes, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and educating patients and families on rehabilitation strategies to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Performs other duties as assigned.

All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program preferred. However, bachelors with current OT lisensure acceptable.

Required Work Experience

Completion of required clinical fieldwork as part of an accredited occupational therapy program

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Current and valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board prior to start date. Successful completion of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain during orientation period.

Skills

• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and evidence-based practices
• Ability to assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Basic computer proficiency, including electronic health record (EHR) systems

Competencies

For Inpatient Acute Care Positions

• Employee demonstrates patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care to policy.
• Employee demonstrates knowledge of Rehab Med Acute Care.
• Employee demonstrates consistent hand hygiene practices.

For Inpatient Rehab Positions

• Employee demonstrates proper KHN restraint skills
• Employee demonstrates patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care to policy
• Employee has knowledge of Rehab Med Ranchos Levels and Interventions
• Employee demonstrates consistent hand hygiene practices

Outpatient Therapy Positions

• Employee demonstrates patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care to policy
• Employee appropriately assesses pain levels
• Employee demonstrates understanding of motor learning strategies

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Preferred Work Experience

Prior experience as an occupational therapist or in a healthcare setting

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Active National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification (if not required for licensure renewal)