Occupational Therapist, Lymphedema

North Carolina Baptist Hospital · Winston Salem, NC, Forsyth County, NC; North Carolina, United States

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.

• One year of experience in occupational therapy.

• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the State of applicable state with current licensure.

• CPR Certification every two years.

• Valid applicable state driver's license.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for the performance of specialized tests, such as manual muscle testing, goniometry and teaching occupational therapy procedures to the patient, family and other health personnel.

• Performs both individual and comprehensive evaluations with multidisciplinary team members. Provides written summary of diagnostic findings to be incorporated into team plan.

• Plans intervention strategies and communicates effectively with families regarding the child's strengths and weaknesses; work may be performed in homes, agencies, preschools or clinics.

• Provides occupational therapy treatment services including neuro-developmental and sensory motor therapy, developmental stimulation, home programming, equipment demonstration, or other treatment modality to enhance sensory motor functioning and general developmental status.

• Provides documentation of goals and objectives for therapy as well as the course and progress of interventions with the patient. Participates in IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) as needed.

• Participates in chart review of clinical records for quality assurance. Attend relevant workshops and update instruments/tools to ensure most beneficial practices for population served.

• Attends scheduled staff, CDSA, or other committee meetings as needed.

• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.