Occupational Therapist, Lymphedema/Cancer Rehabilitation, Winston Salem

The Women's Health Therapy team at AHWFB is seeking an Occupational Therapist to care for our Lymphedema and Cancer Rehab patients. Prior experience with lymphedema management preferrred; excellent team structure and clinical advancement program opportunity. Excellent communication skills; patient and family centered care and evidence based care focus are keys to success in this role.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for assessment, diagnostic, and /or treatment services to any person when so ordered by a physician, dentist, or podiatrist. Treatment is provided through the employment of physical means such as therapeutic exercise, heat, water, electricity, massage, ultrasound, and the use of rehabilitative procedures and devices.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university. M.A. or Doctorate (accreditation AOTA) preferred.
• One year of experience in occupational therapy.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION :

• CPR Certification every two years.
• Valid NC driver's license.
• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the State of North Carolina with current licensure.
• Active member of AOTA encouraged, but not required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Plans intervention strategies and communicates effectively with families regarding the child's strengths and weaknesses; work may be performed in homes, agencies, preschools or clinics.
• Participates in chart review of clinical records for quality assurance. Attend relevant workshops and update instruments/tools to ensure most beneficial practices for population served.
• Provides documentation of goals and objectives for therapy as well as the course and progress of interventions with the patient. Participates in IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) as needed.
• Provides occupational therapy treatment services including neuro-developmental and sensory motor therapy, developmental stimulation, home programming, equipment demonstration, or other treatment modality to enhance sensory motor functioning and general developmental status.
• Attends scheduled staff, CDSA, or other committee meetings as needed.
• Responsible for the performance of specialized tests, such as manual muscle testing, goniometry and teaching occupational therapy procedures to the patient, family and other health personnel.
• Performs both individual and comprehensive evaluations with multidisciplinary team members. Provides written summary of diagnostic findings to be incorporated into team plan.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with the team
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and older adult patients
• Functions effectively under stressful and difficult situations
• Contact with patients, family members, visitors, coworkers and medical staff under a wide variety of circumstances

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Subject to many interruptions, highly stressful and crowded/noisy conditions
• Subject to many interruptions
• Potential exposure to infectious/contagious diseases, hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids, wastes, toxic chemicals and radiation
• Exposure to hazardous substances, infectious diseases, and body fluids
• Handles emergency or crisis situation
• Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquires Handles absentee replacement on short notice