Occupational Therapist (Oncology)

Occupational Therapist (Oncology)

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Our Differentiators:

• Work with an experienced multidisciplinary team (PT and OT) while seeing patients 1-1.

• Work-Life Balance - No Sunday or Holiday shifts required

• PRN Benefits - You will receive 7 Holidays off and you are able to participate in our company-matched 401(k) and our Employee Assistance programs!

• Deliver individualized comprehensive care to patients through rehabilitation department utilizing therapeutic use of self, innovative technology and collaboration among patients.

• Responsible and accountable for providing, delegating and guiding patient care to achieve an optimum level of function for each patient through treatment, education and direction of progressive exercise and activity.

• Consults with Physicians when necessary, about clarification of orders, adjustments to patient treatment plans, patient outcomes and recommendations for durable medical equipment

• Responsible and accountable for providing leadership to the rest of the rehabilitation staff as demonstrated by coordinating, delegating and guiding patient care to achieve an optimum level of function for each patient through treatment and education.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Must have acute care experience or lymphedema certification (preferred)

• Experience utilizing a team-oriented approach to treatment, basic age specific skills in evaluation techniques, neurological techniques, orthopedics and manual therapies and orthotic fabrication and training.

Education & Certifications/Licensure:

• Must be a graduate from an AOTA approved school of Occupational therapy or a school approved by the World Congress of Occupational therapy and must have passed the national certification examination

• Current Georgia state license in occupational therapy

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here:Benefits Information