OT - Occupational Therapist at UAB St. Vincent's

Birmingham, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Evaluate Patients, Treat Patients, Assess Independent Living Skills, Design Treatment Plans, Implement Treatment Plans, Document Patient Progress, Monitor Treatment Plans, Educate Patients, Assist with Discharge, Adaptive Equipment, Oversee Care, Consultation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Overview Department: Acute Rehab Services Schedule: 8:00A-4:30P M-F, rotating weekends and holidays as needed Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more What You Will Do 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. Seek consultation as necessary. Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide 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. What You Will Need 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. Licensed Professional Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. About UAB St. Vincent’s UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with various deficits, and design appropriate plans of care. Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations.