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University of Miami

Occupational Therapist 1

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222

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The Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Occupational Therapist 1 to work in Miami. The Occupational Therapist I provides effective and efficient rehabilitation, in accordance with the AOTA guidelines for occupational therapy, and participates in the development of services and programs provided by the University of Miami Health System.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs evaluation on new patients, establishes goals, and develops appropriate treatment plans with emphasis in the acute care care division.2. Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.3. Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding the patient’s condition.4. Develops and maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team.5. Communicates with physicians and their staff, obtains necessary information, and suggests revisions in treatment.6. Participates in quality and safety improvement activities, and orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.7. Supervises and instructs physical therapy students and provides or participates in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community at large.8. Participates in program development and marketing efforts.9. Pursues professional growth actively through affiliation with professional occupational therapy associations, and workshop and conference attendance.10. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Master's degree in relevant field requiredExperience:No previous experience requiredCertification and Licensing:Valid State of Florida Occupational Therapist (OT) license requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H12