Occupational Therapist
Job Details
Job Location
Richland Twp PA - Johnstown, PA
Position Type
Casual Part Time
Job Category
Health Care
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist plans and conducts therapy programs to assist patients in regaining physical and mental stability. Duties will include conducting a physical assessment of clients, developing treatment plans, assessing work and home environments of clients, and developing physical rehabilitation programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reviews medical history of patients and develops personalized plans to improve the health and wellness of individuals.
Evaluates patient's mental or physical condition.
Studies, evaluates, and reports patient's reactions to the program and initiates changes accordingly.
Respect and understand the patient's right to treatment and right to involvement in treatment decisions.
Emphasizes improving the daily quality of life for patients through analyzing their home and or work environment and providing recommendations for accommodating these areas.
Provides education to family members and/or employer on matters of accommodations and program progress.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Training:
Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist or eligible
CHT (Certified Hand Therapist) Preferred
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Minimum of one year of work experience as an occupational therapist.
Current CPR Certificate
Specialized Knowledge/Skills:
Detail oriented
Ability to lift/move heavy objects.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Compassion and patience
Problem Solving
Physical Requirements
Varied activities including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching.
Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to lift 100 pounds.
Must be able to use a variety of equipment including telephone, writing instruments, PC, fax and physical therapy equipment.
***Phoenix Physical Therapy 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.
Job Details
Job Location
Richland Twp PA - Johnstown, PA
Position Type
Casual Part Time
Job Category
Health Care
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist plans and conducts therapy programs to assist patients in regaining physical and mental stability. Duties will include conducting a physical assessment of clients, developing treatment plans, assessing work and home environments of clients, and developing physical rehabilitation programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reviews medical history of patients and develops personalized plans to improve the health and wellness of individuals.
Evaluates patient's mental or physical condition.
Studies, evaluates, and reports patient's reactions to the program and initiates changes accordingly.
Respect and understand the patient's right to treatment and right to involvement in treatment decisions.
Emphasizes improving the daily quality of life for patients through analyzing their home and or work environment and providing recommendations for accommodating these areas.
Provides education to family members and/or employer on matters of accommodations and program progress.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Training:
Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist or eligible
CHT (Certified Hand Therapist) Preferred
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Minimum of one year of work experience as an occupational therapist.
Current CPR Certificate
Specialized Knowledge/Skills:
Detail oriented
Ability to lift/move heavy objects.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Compassion and patience
Problem Solving
Physical Requirements
Varied activities including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching.
Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to lift 100 pounds.
Must be able to use a variety of equipment including telephone, writing instruments, PC, fax and physical therapy equipment.
***Phoenix Physical Therapy 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.
Job ID: 479565533
Originally Posted on: 6/3/2025
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