Occupational Therapist - OU Medical Center - Adult Acute Care

General Description

This position may be filled as an Occupation Therapist Level I, II, or III, depending on individual qualifications, experience, and business need.

Essential Responsibilities

• Interpret a physician’s referral and select an appropriate standardized evaluation procedure
• Evaluate patient in the following areas: independent living skills, occupational performance, prevocational work adjustment, educational skills, play-leisure abilities, social skills and various psychosocial skills
• Interpret the data and develop a treatment plan involving short and long term goals, frequency and duration of treatment
• Assist patient in carrying out these procedures through the design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices, joint protection and body mechanics
• Inform patient and family goals and progress
• Assist with discharge planning by ordering equipment and instructing patient on home therapy plan
• May supervise students

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Experience: None
• Licenses/Certifications/Registrations:
  • 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 obtained within 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

Additional Information

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.