Occupational Therapist

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Therapy Pace
• Schedule: PRN
• Facility: Ascension Living Alexian PACE
• Location: Chattanooga, TN
• Salary Midpoint: $43 - 47.00 per hour based on tier selected. Actual compensation offer will vary based upon tier selected, tier 1, 2, or 3.

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drivers License preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

• Assess patient ‘s ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Document findings of patient progress.Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.