Occupational Therapist – Acute Care

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: USA
Company Name: Legacy Health

Company Overview

At Legacy Health, we are committed to fostering good health for our employees, patients, communities, and the world. As a local nonprofit, we provide comprehensive primary, secondary, and tertiary care services throughout the Portland and Vancouver metro areas, as well as the mid-Willamette Valley.

Our mission goes beyond treating illness—we help people achieve and maintain wellness. We inspire medical professionals to set higher standards, pay attention to the details that aid healing, and support our staff in delivering exceptional care to those we serve.

More than what we do, it’s about why we do it. Our core responsibility is to enhance the well-being of every person we touch, empower individuals to lead healthier lives, and create a lasting legacy of care.

Legacy Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and those who champion inclusivity to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment programs for patients.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Supervise and guide support personnel, including Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA/COTA), Therapy Aides, and students.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program recognized by the Occupational Therapy Association.

Skills:

  • Ability to provide direct patient care and supervise therapy support staff.
  • Strong organizational skills to support program development.
  • Competency in assessing and interpreting patient needs across different age groups, considering normal growth and development.
  • Expertise in developing home programs and training families in patient care.
  • Knowledge of selecting and utilizing durable medical equipment (DME) and adaptive equipment.
  • Proficiency in computer skills.

Legacy’s Values in Action

  • Adheres to the guidelines outlined in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Licensure & Certifications

  • Valid Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the applicable state.
  • Current CPR certification required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled.


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