Occupational Therapist - Cdc - Bc Chestnut

MAJOR FUNCTION:
Examines, evaluates, plans and implements a program of purposeful activities to develop or improve functional skills necessary to achieve the maximum physical or mental functioning of a patient or client for optimum performance. Develops and carries out the plan of care including education of patient /client. Directs and supervises support personnel in Occupational Therapy services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:

• Acute Care and/or Outpatient experience preferred.
• Holds one of the following degrees: Bachelor of Science or Master's in Occupational Therapy.
• Graduate from a program in Occupational Therapy.

Certification/Licensure:

• Must maintain current license in the State of NJ to practice Occupational Therapy and be registered by the NBCOT.
• Current BLS (American Heart Association) preferred or required within 60 days of being hired into the position.

Physical Requirements:
N: Never O: Occasionally ( 80%)
Lifting
C
Standing
C
Sitting
O
Lifting 20-50lbs
F
Climbing
O
Kneeling
O
Lifting>50lbs
F
Crouching
F
Reaching
F
Carrying
O
Hearing
C
Walking
C
Pushing
F
Talking
C
Vision
C
Environmental Conditions:
Noise
O
Varied Temperatures
O
Cleaning Agents
F
Noxious odors
O
Patient Exposure
C
Operative Equipment
F

At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.

Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.

Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.