Occupational Therapist 1
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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Occupational Therapist 1 to work in Miami FL. The Occupational Therapist I provides effective and efficient rehabilitation in accordance with the AOTA guidelines for occupational therapy and participates in the development of services and programs provided by the University of Miami Health System.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs evaluation on new patients establishes goals and develops appropriate treatment plans. Documents all evaluations treatments and other pertinent patient interactions.
Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding the patients condition.
Develops and maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team. Communicates with physicians and their staff obtains necessary information and suggests revisions in treatment.
Participates in quality and safety improvement activities and orients instructs and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.
Supervises and instructs physical therapy students and provides or participates in educational programs for staff patients and the community at large.
Participates in program development and marketing efforts.
Pursues professional growth actively through affiliation with professional occupational therapy associations and workshop and conference attendance.
Adheres to University and unitlevel policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be allinclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelors Degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Experience:
No experience required
Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings nights and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the Universitys core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
Use of Department Specific Tools and Equipment:
Walker crutches cane wheelchair lift equipment hospital beds commodes goniometer traction units ultrasound machine electrical stimulation machines iontophoresis vasopneumatic pump cuff weights pulley weights isokinetic exercise equipment and general office equipment (telephone computer facsimile machine and copier).
Electronic Medical Record and multiple related software programs and tools
Department Specific Qualifications
Education:
Masters or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy preferred; Bachelors degrees accepted
Certification and Licensing:
Licensure in occupational therapy
Experience:
Experience preferred but not required
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealthUniversity of Miami Health System South Floridas only universitybased health system provides leadingedge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and subspecialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H12Employment Type
Full-Time
