Occupational Therapist, Acute Therapy Rehab

Job Summary: The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the organization and implementation of medically prescribed Occupational Therapy treatment programs, evaluating patients for appropriate exercises and activities, constructing appropriate splints and adaptive devices, and by evaluating and documenting the patient's progress related to rehabilitation. They also helps the patient reach their maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of his/her capabilities. All duties and responsibilities are to be carried out with empathy and compassion towards patients and their families as well as co-workers.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements: 

• BS/MS/OTD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy. 
• Current license from the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners. 
• Experience preferred but not required. 
• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.  
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's departmental policies and procedures.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

** Sign on bonus of $10,000.00 for qualified, full time candidates

** Relocation up to $7,000.00 for full time candidates per HR guidelines