Occupational Therapist

Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Evaluate and treat adults with complex medical and surgical conditions in an acute hospital setting. Deliver goal-driven occupational therapy to restore function, improve safety, and promote independence.
Key Duties
Assess patients’ needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide occupational therapy services focused on functional outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing, physical therapy, and case management.
Support discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.
Educate patients and families to enhance understanding and self-management.
Qualifications & Skills
Occupational Therapy licensure/eligibility to practice in the applicable state.
Experience or training in acute care and treating complex adult patients.
Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and patient-safety focus.
Effective communication and teamwork skills for interdisciplinary coordination.
Compassionate, patient-centered approach with ability to educate families.