Home Health Occupational Therapist - Abbeville, United States - Abbeville Area Medical Center

Description

• Job Summary
  • The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats individuals for the purpose of participation in roles and situations in home, by the use of therapeutic exercises, physical modalities and education as prescribed by a physician. Monitors patient's response and progress, modifying the treatment plan accordingly and documents same on medical record.
• Job Requirements
  • Minimum Education Requirement
    • Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program at either Baccalaureate or Master's degree level.
  • Minimum Experience Requirement
    • One (1) year experience as a licensed occupational therapist in a clinical care setting preferred. Home health care experience highly desired.
  • Minimum License Requirement
    • Current active licensure as a an Occupational Therapist. BLS Required. Current SC driver's license, valid car insurance and must maintain a driving record that is insurable under AAMC's auto insurance policy.
  • Physical Requirement/Working Conditions
    • Walking or standing a significant amount of time. Must be able to treat patients at the patient's home. External applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions, either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case by case basis.