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Job Title:

Occupational Therapist

Department:

University Hospital | Rehabilitation Services, Acute Care

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the laws and rules that govern the practice of occupational therapy in the state of Ohio. The patient populations an occupational therapist on this team will serve, but is not limited to, general medicine and general surgery, burn patients, patients within the observation and ED units, postpartum, critical care, ortho-trauma, geriatrics and long-term care. Although team members report directly to a team leader, they are also responsible to each other, to those they supervise, and to other participants included in the patient care activities.

Minimum Qualifications
Masters Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in Occupational therapy. All rehabilitation team members must be licensed or certified with the respective profession. Occupational therapy must meet the educational and/or certification requirements established by their professions. Occupational therapists must hold a Master's degree. All academic degrees must have been granted by an accredited institution.

Additional Information:

Location:

University Hospital (0870)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

Shift:

First Shift

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