The Registered Occupational Therapist provides patient care based upon a total assessment and written evaluation that is appropriate for the patient?s need and medical condition and provides such care in compliance with the hospital and physical therapy department policy and procedures.  The licensed Therapist will also assist in the department?s performance improvement plan and the hospital?s commitment to continuous quality improvement.  The therapist assumes responsibility for maintaining and improving occupational therapy knowledge and skills by conducting staff in-services and attending continuing education courses.  Good communication skills and computer skills, adherence to the Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy and Code of Ethics established by the AOTA.

 Position Requirements:

A. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
 License-State of Oklahoma

2. Certification-Basic Life Support (CPR) within 30days of hire

B. Education: 
       Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with a BS, MS, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy.

C. Experience:
       None required, 6 months or greater preferred. 

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