Occupational Therapist
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
AIKEN, SC
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$32+/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care211 bedsOracle Cerner
- SettingOnsite
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Health Care FSA
Description
Occupational Therapist – Fulltime
Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing quality healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the Carolina Center for Medical Excellence for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and pneumonia. Services provided at the hospital include emergency medical care, orthopedic surgeries, maternity, and behavioral health services.
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Occupational Therapist is to provide Occupational Therapy services (evaluation, treatment plan development, treatment, delegation of treatment, and discharge planning) to patients in the inpatient rehab setting in accordance with facility policy, standards, and philosophy.
Job Duties:
- Conducts evaluations, considering medical history, physician orders, patient capabilities, and patient expectations
- Develops apppropriate treatment plan consistent with assessment, diagnostic outcomes, while incorporating patient goals and focus on discharge planning
- Implements treatment plan in accordance with methods, techniques, modalities, and procedures
- Actively participates in committees and task forces as appropriate
- Appropriately provide patient and family education in preparation for discharge
- Meets documentation standards with patient charts
- Charge accurately and appropriately for services rendered
- Perform thorough and efficient chart review to prepare for patient care
- Positive and professional communication with interdisciplinary team members
- Timely and cost effective delivery of services
- Displays excellent customer service skills
- Performs all other duties as assigned
- Delegation of patient care to COTA, if applicable, following supervisory requirements
- Assist other departments during staffing shortages.
Benefit Highlights
- Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com
Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Education requirements: Degree from an accredited program of Occupational Therapy (Bachelor's or Master's)
Work experience requirements: Prefer 1 year experience in inpatient rehab setting but not required
Required licenses/ certifications/courses Current SC license, BLS
Facility
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
- Short Term Acute Care
- 211 beds
- Oracle Cerner
Employer
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
In 1917, Aiken socialites donated money to start the Aiken Hospital and Relief Society, known today as Aiken Regional Medical Centers®. Located in Aiken, South Carolina, which was named 2018's “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, Aiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273 licensed-bed acute care hospital facility that offers a comprehensive range of specialties and services.
Aiken Regional receives more than 42,000 emergency room visits, performs nearly 9,000 surgeries and delivers over 1,100 babies each year. The hospital has more than 1,200 skilled healthcare/support professionals, a team of more than 200 multi-specialty physicians and volunteers to help the hospital continue to provide quality care.
At Aiken Regional Medical Centers, we're looking for exceptional people who share our vision and values, who share our focus on hard work, enthusiasm, teamwork, loyalty, trust and cooperation. We've embraced these traits and built a team of employees who consistently work to achieve the highest level of service excellence. People are our most valuable resource at Aiken Regional Medical Centers as we are committed to providing high quality acute care services to residents of the communities we serve. We are equally committed to offering our employees unlimited opportunity in an environment that encourages professional development.
About Aiken, SC
- Aiken's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, while winter lows can drop to around 33°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Aiken, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity with seasonal visitors and temporary residents.
- Aiken is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Aiken has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen.
- Aiken is also home to a growing community of travel nurses.
- Aiken offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing, equestrian events, and outdoor activities in the city's parks and nature reserves.