What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist (OT) Team Leader - Outpatient position at LMS Recruiting?
We have an immediate need for a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) who has the qualifications, experience and desire to perform as Team Leader in an outpatient setting. Relocation Assistance is available to the winning candidate.
Job Description
As an Occupational Therapist (OT) Team Leader, you will be a first line supervisor who participates in and facilitates the management of the operational and personnel activities of the department. They are responsible for assisting with the management of the department's daily operation by supervising and coordinating the clinical aspects of Occupational Therapy services, and for providing clinical services and education.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides direct Occupational Therapy services to patients in accordance with the standards of practice
- Assist in the management of the day-to-day operations of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation services as delegated by the Clinical Manager; responsible for ensuring that individual therapists meet productivity standards on a weekly basis and overseeing the coordination of patient caseloads for individual therapists.
- Assist in and perform personnel management functions for the designated area including, but not limited to; interviewing, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and evaluating employees as delegated by or with the Clinical Manager or Director's approval.
- Plan, provide and evaluate orientation, training and continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning as delegated for their designated area, department or other Hospital staff; ensure staff conformity with Hospital and regulatory agency conformity; and serve as mentor to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation staff and students in designated area.
- Assist in developing, interpreting, and reviewing policies and procedures of the Department; participate in monitoring and controlling assigned operational and capital budgets within administrative guidelines as delegated by Clinical Manager and Director.
- Assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not considered as all-inclusive.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred
- Graduate of AOTA accredited school
- State therapy license
- CPR Certification
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience
- Ability to work with peers, subordinates, staff, etc, in a positive manner
- Highly organized with the ability to work on multiple projects
- Flexible and adaptable to change
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- 401(k)
- Medical Insurance
- Dental insurance
- No travel required
- Career development and advancement opportunities