Occupational Therapist - Acute Care & Outpatient - PRN
UHS
Summary
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning, direction and administration of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. He/she administers treatments as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. He/she assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Provides supervision for licensure for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Demonstrates strong working knowledge and skill experience with a variety of diagnostic groups including, but not limited to, the following: orthopedic and arthritis related conditions; neurological groups including CVA, TBI, degenerative neurological diseases, SCI; generalized weakness as a result of medical or surgical conditions including DM, ESRD, amputation, COPD, CHF, and CABG.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of normal growth and development, related behaviors, needs, comfort, and range of treatment appropriate to the age (adult, geriatric) and diagnosis of patient services to support the provision of an individualized interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Administers evaluation tools according to established protocols; utilizes non-standardized probes for additional assessment as warranted.
- Demonstrates the ability to evaluate patient's and establish an appropriate plan of care, adapting the plan of care to the individualized needs/goals of the patient/caregiver.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
- Eligible for or holds current Occupational Therapist License to practice in the State of Oklahoma required.
- BLS required.
- Successful completion of National Registry Examination by the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Proof of valid NBCOT certification from Oklahoma or eligibility for certification in Oklahoma.
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience outpatient or acute experience preferred.
- Recent graduates who have applied for the licensure examination may be considered for provisional appointment.
- Basic computer skills required.
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.