Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time

OverviewUF Health Rehabilitation Hospital — NorthJacksonville, FLOccupational TherapistFull TimeLearn more about UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital and Select Medical. Help shape the culture of this new hospital.https://www.prnewswire.com/news/newhospital (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/select-medical-and-uf-health-jacksonville-form-joint-venture-to-provide-inpatient-rehabilitative-care-to-northern-florida-region-302105577.html)Responsibilities

Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.

Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.

Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.

Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.

Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.

Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.

Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.

Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of COTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Occupational Therapist is required.

Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Additional DataOur mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.We'd love for you to join the team!Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.Apply for this job (https://jobs-selectmedicalcorp.icims.com/jobs/306882/occupational-therapist-%28ot%29-full-time/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&iniframe=1&hashed=1374627814)Share this jobLocation US-FL-JacksonvilleExperience (Years) 1Category Therapy - Occupational TherapistStreet Address 15255 Max Leggett ParkwayCompany UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital- NorthPosition Type Full Time