OU Health
Occupational Therapist-Outpatient
OU Health, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Position Title:Occupational Therapist-Outpatient Department:Pediatric Rehab Services Job Description:
General Description:Under general supervision, performs professional Occupational Therapy activities consisting of planning, evaluating, establishing and implementing individual and group treatment activities under the direction of a physician.Essential Responsibilities:Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.Interpret a physician's referral and select an appropriate standardized evaluation procedureEvaluate patient in the following areas: independent living skills, occupational performance, prevocational work adjustment, educational skills, play-leisure abilities, social skills and various psychosocial skillsInterpret the data and develop a treatment plan involving short and long term goals, frequency and duration of treatmentAssist patient in carrying out these procedures through the design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices, joint protection and body mechanicsInform patient and family goals and progressAssist with discharge planning by ordering equipment and instructing patient on home therapy planMay supervise studentsGeneral Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.Experience:
NoneLicense(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:
Current license from the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist OR eligible to sit for the exam; License must be obtainedwithin six (6) months of hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional occupational therapy and the materials and supplies utilized in the program. Skill in organizing and instructing occupational therapy activities. Ability to interpret prescriptions related to therapy needed. Good interpersonal skills in establishing effective working relations with staff. Ability to communicate instructions and technical information to patients. Some computer skills.Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.
General Description:Under general supervision, performs professional Occupational Therapy activities consisting of planning, evaluating, establishing and implementing individual and group treatment activities under the direction of a physician.Essential Responsibilities:Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.Interpret a physician's referral and select an appropriate standardized evaluation procedureEvaluate patient in the following areas: independent living skills, occupational performance, prevocational work adjustment, educational skills, play-leisure abilities, social skills and various psychosocial skillsInterpret the data and develop a treatment plan involving short and long term goals, frequency and duration of treatmentAssist patient in carrying out these procedures through the design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices, joint protection and body mechanicsInform patient and family goals and progressAssist with discharge planning by ordering equipment and instructing patient on home therapy planMay supervise studentsGeneral Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.Experience:
NoneLicense(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:
Current license from the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist OR eligible to sit for the exam; License must be obtainedwithin six (6) months of hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional occupational therapy and the materials and supplies utilized in the program. Skill in organizing and instructing occupational therapy activities. Ability to interpret prescriptions related to therapy needed. Good interpersonal skills in establishing effective working relations with staff. Ability to communicate instructions and technical information to patients. Some computer skills.Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.