OT - Occupational Therapist - Acute Occupational Therapy - Days (041)

Job Description

To evaluate, plan, direct and administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments to assist patients to improve or restore their maximum functional level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Currently licensed, eligible to be licensed or practicing under a limited permit as an Occupational Therapist (OT) according to the rules and regulations of the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy required.
• Currently certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.

Benefits and Perks

• Robust educational assistance programs
• Generous paid time off
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Paid parental leave
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Job Highlights

• Highly skilled acute care therapy team
• Provides occupational, physical, speech, and music therapies, along with audiology services
• Treats patients across various settings including UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital-Highlands
• Goal is to promote early mobilization, restore function, prevent further decline, enhance communication, and facilitate a safer and more seamless transition to the next level of care
• Services are available with a referral from a physician and are provided at the bedside in most cases