Occupational Therapist (OT) - Behavioral Health

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Occupational Therapist Position Summary 

The Occupational Therapist is a licensed professional who is responsible for performing Occupational Therapy services for inpatients and/or outpatients. The Occupational Therapist is involved in assisting the Supervisor in compiling reports, data, etc. The therapist is responsible for the evaluation, assessment, treatment planning, splinting, patient and community relations, education, implementation and delivery of occupational therapy services to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Occupational Therapist Position Requirements  

Education

• B.S. or M.S. from Accredited OT school, Current Maryland and/or Delaware Licensure.
• Licensure requires 12 continuing education contact hours per 1 year.
• CPR certification.

Experience

• Previous Experience Preferred.

Occupational Therapist Schedule 

• Expected to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
• Must be willing to work in an emergency.

Occupational Therapist Benefits 

• At TidalHealth, team members working at least 36 hours per pay period based on 12-hour shift schedules or at least 37.5 hours for non 12-hour shift schedules and part-time team members working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits. 

• Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.