Occupational Therapist, Wilkes-Barre Transitional Rehab Unit (Call-In)

Brief Description

Under the supervision of the Team Supervisor, the Occupational Therapist provides direct and indirect patient care, staff/family education, and performs various departmental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of the patients served (adult through geriatric).
• Achieve data reflective of the patient's status and interpret necessary information to identify patient requirements.
• Provide care according to Occupational Therapy Department's policies and procedures.
• Exercise limited supervision over COTAs, aides, students, and volunteers.

Education

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college required.

Experience

• New graduates acceptable.
• Minimum of one (1) year of gerontology experience preferred.

Special Employment Requirements

• Cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist by PA State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs.
• CPR certification must be obtained and maintained.
• Valid PA driver’s license required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with management, staff, patients, and visitors.
• Proficiency in documentation of patient care required.
• NBCOT certification preferred.