Occupational Therapist, Lymphedema

@ North Carolina Baptist Hospital
North Carolina Baptist Hospitalnorthcarolinabaptisthospital.com

Occupational Therapist, Lymphedema

Winston Salem, NC
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

A healthcare organization seeking an Occupational Therapist to perform assessments, develop intervention plans, and provide therapy services to children, working in homes, clinics, or schools, ensuring optimal neuro developmental support.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy
  • One year of experience
  • State licensure in OT
  • CPR certification
  • Valid driver's license

Qualifications

  • Accredited university degree
  • Licensed to practice OT
  • Current CPR certification
  • Good communication skills

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What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.

  • One year of experience in occupational therapy.

  • Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the State of applicable state with current licensure.

  • CPR Certification every two years.

  • Valid applicable state driver's license.

What You'll Do:

  • Responsible for the performance of specialized tests, such as manual muscle testing, goniometry and teaching occupational therapy procedures to the patient, family and other health personnel.

  • Performs both individual and comprehensive evaluations with multidisciplinary team members. Provides written summary of diagnostic findings to be incorporated into team plan.

  • Plans intervention strategies and communicates effectively with families regarding the child's strengths and weaknesses; work may be performed in homes, agencies, preschools or clinics.

  • Provides occupational therapy treatment services including neuro-developmental and sensory motor therapy, developmental stimulation, home programming, equipment demonstration, or other treatment modality to enhance sensory motor functioning and general developmental status.

  • Provides documentation of goals and objectives for therapy as well as the course and progress of interventions with the patient. Participates in IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) as needed.

  • Participates in chart review of clinical records for quality assurance. Attend relevant workshops and update instruments/tools to ensure most beneficial practices for population served.

  • Attends scheduled staff, CDSA, or other committee meetings as needed.

  • Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

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