Occupational Therapist II

Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist II for our Rehabilitation Services Department. 

The primary purpose is to provide high quality occupational therapy services following standards of practice and laws set by the hospital, professional association, and federal, state, and local governments.  The therapist evaluates the need for, and implements occupational therapy programs to restore, reinforce and enhance performance or adaptation following disease, injury, or loss of function.  The therapist may attend unit rounds, discharge planning, evaluation clinics, in-service training, staff meetings, or other professional meetings.  Also, supervises and assists in training of students, assistants, aides, and volunteers.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree is required
• Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program, with a minimum of a Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy is required
• Licensure to practice occupational therapy in West Virginia is required
• Specialization in one of the following fields of Occupational therapy required:
• • Achieved Board and Specialty Certification approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association: Gerontology, Pediatrics, or Physical Rehabilitation
  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), through the Hand Therapy Certification Commission
  • Successfully completed the Vestibular Rehabilitation Competency Based course through Emory University/Herdman Certification

Experience:

• 5+ Years of Position-Related Experience required