Occupational Therapist II

Description

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Summary:

The Rehabilitation Services Department at the Center for Rehabilitation Care is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist I to join our Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation team. This position involves delivering comprehensive, evidence-based occupational therapy services across a wide range of neurologic diagnoses, including long COVID, stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson's disease, muscular dystrophy, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, multiple sclerosis, and more.

Ideal candidates will bring strong time management, clinical reasoning, and communication skills. The ideal candidate would have one (1) year of occupational therapy experience, with six (6) months being outpatient neurologic rehabilitation.

Experience in interdisciplinary clinics and with complex diagnoses is highly preferred.

Responsibilities:

1. Select and perform appropriate Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluation procedures to identify and assess functional impairments. Set treatment goals and develop individualized intervention plans. Re-evaluate and adjust treatment plans in response to patients' progress and discharge planning.
2. Manage resources effectively to implement treatment plans and accomplish patient-centered goals.
3. Complete timely and accurate documentation in the medical record and department systems to support care delivery, billing, and compliance.
4. Organize and maintain an efficient caseload, balancing productivity and high-quality care.
5. Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and instruction for OT students or new staff, including planning caseloads, offering feedback, and evaluating performance.
6. Contribute to program development and clinical improvement efforts, staying informed on emerging practices and regulations. Maintain clear and proactive communication with supervisors, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

Key Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Diverse Patient Population:Serve individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including underserved communities and patients with complex neurologic conditions, enriching your clinical experience and cultural responsiveness.
• One-on-One Patient Care:Deliver individualized evaluations and interventions focused on improving occupational performance, independence, and quality of life through evidence-based OT practices.
• Community Impact:Support clinic-based initiatives such as food banks and wellness outreach that reduce barriers to care and promote health equity in vulnerable populations.
• Professional Development:Engage in robust mentorship and continuing education. Funding is available to support professional growth, including specialty certifications and conference participation.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care:Provide comprehensive, evidence-based OT evaluations and treatments to address motor, cognitive, psychosocial, and functional performance challenges associated with neurological diagnoses.
2. Assessment & Goal-Setting:Utilize standardized assessments and clinical observation to determine therapy goals and design interventions that promote participation in meaningful activities.
3. Mentorship & Education:Mentor OT students through structured learning experiences, sharing clinical reasoning and supporting the development of professional competencies.
4. Interdisciplinary Collaboration:Participate in team-based care planning and problem-solving to ensure holistic, patient-centered treatment.
5. Community Engagement:Contribute to clinic outreach and community-based programming that support wellness, recovery, and access to care.
6. Quality Improvement:Maintain accurate and thorough documentation, and participate in data-driven initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and clinic effectiveness.

Why UNC Health?

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement options with employer matching
• Wellness programs and flexible work schedules
• Tuition reimbursement and support for board certification
• Opportunities to participate in outreach and health equity initiatives

Work Schedule:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling available, including Saturday coverage with pay differential

Other information:
Education Requirements:
* Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
* Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of North Carolina.
Professional Experience Requirements:
* No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Occupational Therapy Center Rehab Care

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range:$33.04 - $47.50 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.