Occupational Therapist, Full-Time, Main Campus

About the role

A licensed Occupational Therapist employed by Erlanger Health System is responsible for direct and indirect care in the rehabilitation of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Provides Occupational Therapy evaluations.
• Develops an individual plan of treatment for each patient.
• Provides age-appropriate treatment.
• Participates in team meetings and discharge planning.
• Educates patients and their families in the patient’s treatment program.
• Directs Occupational Therapy Assistants in patient treatments.
• Maintains accurate documentation.
• Serves as clinical instructor for OT and COTA students.
• Participates in continuing education programs.
• Participates in community education.
• Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement efforts of the department and the Medical Center.
• Maintains standards as set down by the American Occupational Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional ethics.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience: Knowledge of general occupational therapy principles and practical skills.
• License/Certification: Tennessee licensure and registration in Occupational Therapy; BLS completed prior to assignment and maintained ongoing.

Schedule

Full‑time position on the Main Campus with standard regular hours.