Occupational Therapist
Ascension
Salary undisclosed
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Description
- Assessment & Care Plan Design: Evaluates patient capacity for safe, independent living skills and formulates comprehensive treatment plans detailing intervention types and frequencies.
- Intervention & Plan Management: Executes and adapts therapeutic plans using appropriate modalities, accurately documenting progress, monitoring outcomes, and consulting specialists as necessary.
- Education, Discharge & Supervision: Instructs patients and caregivers on deficits, adaptive equipment, and community resources while directing safe discharge planning and supervising COTAs and therapy technicians per regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration
- Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.
Work Experience
- None required.
Additional Preference
- Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's occupational therapy role in Chattanooga centers on comprehensive patient assessment, treatment planning, and execution of therapeutic interventions to support safe and independent living. You'll evaluate patients' functional capacity, design and adapt care plans using appropriate modalities, document progress carefully, and coordinate with specialists as needed. The position also involves educating patients and caregivers about adaptive strategies and equipment, managing discharge planning, and supervising COTAs and therapy technicians according to regulatory requirements.
The role requires an OTR credential from the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy and BLS certification within your first month. A bachelor's degree is the minimum education requirement, though a master's or doctorate is preferred. No prior work experience is mandated. This is a full-time, in-office position within Ascension, a large nonprofit Catholic health system recognized for workplace culture and support.
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $120,000
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