We Are Hiring
* Department:Rehab Services
* Schedule:PRN
* Hospital:UAB St. Vincent's East - Trussville
* Location: Birmingham, AL
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.
* Registered 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.
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