1.Performs all Occupational therapy duties in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

2.Performs Occupational therapy assessments on all indicated patients. Included are geriatric, adult, adolescent and pediatric patient populations.

3.Implements all aspects of patient care in a way that optimizes patient safety and minimizes risk of medical error.

4.Demonstrates knowledge and competence in physical therapy modalities.

5.Treats all patients and customers with respect and dignity.

6.Modifies and progresses plans of care to maximize recovery.

7.Provides occupational therapy recommendations to physicians as needed.

8.Critiques all occupational therapy interventions performed for quality, safety and effect.

9.. Assesses patient pain and its role in interference with maximal function and potential.

10.Coordinates patient care to ensure patient's needs are met and hospital and departmental policies are followed.

11.Formulates correct documentation in the medical record for treatment rendered the effects, justification for ongoing treatment and the resulting charges.

12.Shares knowledge and advice with co-workers, colleagues and students.

13.Learn and apply new information on methods of treatment, equipment, pathologies, etc. on an on-going basis.

14. Fabricates and utilizes appropriate splints and OT ADL equipment.

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree is required

Master's degree is preferred

Doctoral degree is preferred

Required License:

North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy is required

Required Certification:

CPR is required