VCU Health System Looking for Occupational Therapist – CMH at South Hill, Virginia Full Time

$5,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by December 31, 2022. Terms and Conditions apply
This position is a split OT/Acute care position.
Tuesday – Friday in OP – hrs may vary but will generally be 9am – 5:30pm
Saturday – Acute care – hrs may vary but will generally be 7:30am – 4:00pm
Limited holiday coverage is required .
Land and aquatic therapy is provided in the OP setting.

The Occupational Therapist job conducts evaluations on referred patients. To plan and implement a comprehensive treatment program that includes discharge planning, patient/family education, and recommendations for follow-up or continued care. This position documents results of the OT evaluation and services provided in accordance with hospital and department guidelines.
The Occupational Therapist job participates as a member of a self-directed departmental team as well as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. This role provides clinical instruction to OT and OTA students as needed. This role also provides training and education to department and hospital staff.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Completion of licensing requirements for new graduates within 1 year of graduation. Maintenance of licensure once granted. Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area
Experience REQUIRED: New graduate or experienced therapist Employee is expected to progress to an Occupational Therapist Clinician II level within two years of employment as an Occupational Therapist at VCUHS
Experience PREFERRED: Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility
Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy
Education/training PREFERRED: Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Occupational Therapy
Independent action(s) required: Evaluation and treatment of patients with routine diagnoses. Setting schedule and managing time. Reporting in interdisciplinary rounds. Goal setting for routine diagnoses. Completion of routine documentation. Interaction with the interdisciplinary team and self-directed work team. Customer interaction. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Occupational Therapist provides supervision for Rehab Technicians, COTA staff, volunteers and students doing clinical rotations. Additional position requirements: Cross-coverage to other treatment teams as needed. Progress to Clinician II status within 2 years of employment. Saturday/holiday coverage on a rotating basis and flexibility in work hours as needed to accommodate departmental needs as applicable. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking: Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:
Richmond, VA: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

License/Certification:
Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: One location