<p>Job Description Summary</p> <p>The Occupational Therapist II reports to the Lead Occupational Therapist III or the Rehabilitation Therapy Manager. The Occupational Therapist II develops, supervises and provides optimal patient care services as referred by physician for Occupational Therapy, based on population-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach. Supervises volunteers, Occupational Therapy Aides, and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants. Under the general supervision of the Lead Occupational Therapist III, acts as a mentor and expert in specific clinical area. Provides clinical education experiences for OT and OTA students. Participates in professional development and shares clinical knowledge and expertise with others. The Occupational Therapist II works in the out-patient setting.</p> <p>Entity</p> <p>Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)</p> <p>Worker Type</p> <p>Employee</p> <p>Worker Sub-Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Cost Center</p> <p>CC005647 CHS - Pediatric PT/OT/SLP - Northwoods (Offsite)</p> <p>Pay Rate Type</p> <p>Hourly</p> <p>Pay Grade</p> <p>Health-26</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>40</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>The Occupational Therapist II reports to the Lead Occupational Therapist III or the Rehabilitation Therapy Manager. The Occupational Therapist II develops, supervises and provides optimal patient care services as referred by physician for Occupational Therapy, based on population-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach. Supervises volunteers, Occupational Therapy Aides, and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants. Under the general supervision of the Lead Occupational Therapist III, acts as a mentor and expert in specific clinical area. Provides clinical education experiences for OT and OTA students. Participates in professional development and shares clinical knowledge and expertise with others. The Occupational Therapist II works in the out-patient setting.</p> <p>Additional Job Description</p> <p>Education: Graduation from an accredited school for Occupational Therapy Assistants required. Experience: At least one year of experience as Occupational Therapy Assistant and demonstrated competence in treating all patient types as well as independence in managing a full caseload. Certification/Licensure: Licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy and registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.</p> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li> <p>Mobility & Posture</p> </li><li> <p>Standing: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Sitting: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Walking: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Climbing stairs: Infrequent</p> </li><li> <p>Working indoors: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent</p> </li><li> <p>Working from elevated areas: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Kneeling: Infrequent</p> </li><li> <p>Bending at the waist: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Twisting at the waist: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Squatting: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Manual Dexterity & Strength</p> </li><li> <p>Pinching operations: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Reaching overhead: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Reaching in all directions: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Full use of both legs: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Lifting & Force Requirements</p> </li><li> <p>Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent</p> </li><li> <p>Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36": Infrequent</p> </li><li> <p>Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent</p> </li><li> <p>Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Examples:</p> </li><li> <p>Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force</p> </li><li> <p>Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force</p> </li><li> <p>Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force</p> </li><li> <p>Vision & Sensory</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Color discrimination: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Depth perception: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Peripheral vision: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Tactile sensory function: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Selected Positions:</p> </li><li> <p>Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Respirator use qualification: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Work Environment & Conditions</p> </li><li> <p>Effective stress management: Continuous</p> </li><li> <p>Rotating shifts: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Overtime as required: Frequent</p> </li><li> <p>Latex-safe environment: Continuous</p> </li></ul> <p>If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!</p> <p>The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.</p> <p>Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees</p>