Occupational Therapist

Job Description Summary

Hand therapist for outpatient orthopedic clinic in Charleston, SC.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000702 CHS - Therapy - Occupational / Physical Clinic - West Ashley (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Level 2 

Overview: Intermediate-level OT with increased responsibilities and independence in evaluating, documenting, treating, and educating patients. Provides guidance and leadership to support staff. 

Job Tasks: 

• Evaluation: 

• Selects and uses a range of therapeutic assessment tools. 

• Completes detailed functional, comprehensive, and individualized assessments. 

• Develops and adjusts treatment programs based on patient needs and goals. 

• Establishes realistic and measurable goals and plans of care. 

• Completes evaluations efficiently and recommends necessary patient equipment. 

• Documentation: 

• Adheres to and maintains accurate and timely documentation according to departmental protocols. 

• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and accuracy in charges. 

• Treatment: 

• Implements and modifies treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team. 

• Reassesses objective findings and adjusts care as needed. 

• Delivers professional and patient-focused care, adhering to safety standards. 

• Develops and progresses treatment programs effectively. 

• Educates patients and families thoroughly on therapy results and home exercises. 

• Utilizes a variety of advanced treatment techniques. 

• Education: 

• Actively participates in advanced educational opportunities and mandatory training. 

• Engages in mentoring and orientation for fellow associates and students. 

• Operations: 

• Provides leadership and supervision for occupational therapy assistants and other support staff. 

• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and adheres to hospital initiatives. 

• Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity standards. 

• Attends meetings and maintains a safe, clean environment. 

• Follows hospital and Human Resource policies, using resources appropriately. 

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school 

Master’s or Doctoral Level of Education Preferred  

 

Greater than 1-year applicable experience 

 

Licensed in the state of South Carolina to practice Occupational Therapy  

Current American Health Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. 

Additional Job Description

Education: A degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current South Carolina licensure and NBCOT certification required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic