Occupational Therapist 1

University of Miami • Miami, FL • 11h ago

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The Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Occupational Therapist 1 to work in Miami. The Occupational Therapist I provides occupational therapy and wellness services to patients and clients who have impairments, functional disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Moreover, this employee helps patients and clients restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities, and optimizes activity of daily living potential. The Occupational Therapist I collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Evaluates new patients, establishes goals, and develops appropriate treatment plans.

Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions on a daily basis.

Educates patients and families regarding medical conditions and provides instructions for home activities.

Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain necessary information and suggests revisions in treatment.

Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.

Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.

Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.

Orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.

Utilizes appropriate methods and materials for learning programs, monitors effectiveness, and adapts programs accordingly.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

No experience required

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge 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 sub-specialties, 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. We're the challenge you've 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 (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H12

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