Job Description Summary
Occupational Therapist II

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Temporary

Cost Center
CC000703 CHS - Therapy - Occupational 3W (Main)

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

Pay Grade
Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours
16

Work Shift

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist II develops, supervises and provides optimal patient care services as referred by physician for Occupational Therapy, based on population-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach. Supervises volunteers, Occupational Therapy Aides, and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Under the general supervision of a lead Occupational Therapist III or Manager, acts as a mentor and expert in specific clinical area. Provides clinical education experiences for OT and OTA students. Participates in professional development and shares clinical knowledge and expertise with others. The Occupational Therapist II works in both Out-Patient and In-Patient services, all units throughout the hospital based on the referrals received and assigned caseload

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelors or Master's Degree and equivalent Work Experience: 2-4 years

Required License Certification and Registration:licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy and registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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