The Occupational Therapist is responsible for organizing, evaluating, and providing occupational therapy services to restore function, improve independence, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of function. This role collaborates closely with physicians, interdisciplinary care teams, patients, and families to develop individualized treatment plans that promote optimal outcomes and safe discharge planning. The Occupational Therapist maintains the highest standards of professional and ethical practice while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care utilizing current evidence-based practices and emerging therapeutic techniques. The Occupational Therapist promotes a culture of safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service in accordance with Williamson Medical Center policies, State regulations, and accepted standards of care.
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Current Occupational Therapist licensure by the State of Tennessee.
- BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
- Experience in patient care delivery.
- Acute care or hospital-based rehabilitation experience preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of occupational therapy principles, evaluation techniques, treatment interventions, and current standards established by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
- Ability to function independently while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Strong clinical judgment, organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
- Proficient with electronic medical records and hospital computer systems.
- Equipment utilized includes standard patient care equipment, rehabilitation equipment, Network Computer System, and AT&T Language Line.
- Exposure to infectious and contagious diseases.
- Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
- May provide care for combative or medically complex patients.
- May be required to provide occupational therapy services throughout the organization based upon demonstrated competency.
- Must communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Frequent walking throughout the hospital.
- Frequently lifts, transfers, positions, and ambulates patients safely.
- Frequently pushes, pulls, and transports equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and manual dexterity required.
- Occasionally lifts or retrieves supplies and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds from overhead storage.
- Must be capable of safely assisting with patient evacuation procedures, including transporting patients via stretcher or wheelchair.
- Must be able to safely maneuver and support patient weight during treatment interventions.
- Performs comprehensive initial evaluations and ongoing patient assessments to determine functional limitations and establish individualized treatment goals.
- Develops, implements, and modifies evidence-based occupational therapy treatment plans utilizing an interdisciplinary approach.
- Provides occupational therapy interventions that maximize patient function, independence, and safety while progressing patients appropriately through each phase of treatment.
- Coordinates discharge planning through patient and family education, development of home exercise programs, equipment recommendations, and appropriate discharge referrals.
- Collaborates effectively with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation team members, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Maintains timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, regulatory, and professional standards.
- Provides clinical instruction, guidance, and mentorship to students, rehabilitation technicians, and newly hired team members.
- Maintains a safe, organized, and professional treatment environment that reflects departmental and organizational standards.
- Effectively manages patient caseloads and prioritizes workload to ensure timely, high-quality patient care.
- Participates in departmental quality improvement initiatives, process improvement activities, and continuing education to support organizational goals.
- Demonstrates commitment to professional development through maintenance of clinical competency and ongoing education.
- Models professionalism, compassion, and patient-centered service while supporting a collaborative work environment focused on safety, excellence, and continuous improvement.
Additional Details :
Williamson Health is a regional healthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee, with more than 2,500 employees across more than 30 locations and more than 860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offering exceptional healthcare across 60-plus specialties and subspecialties close to home. The flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, a 337-bed facility which recently opened its new Boyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensive women's services, state-of-the-art cardiology services, advanced surgical technologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edge orthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, and distinct comprehensive emergency and inpatient services for both adult and pediatric patients. Other Williamson Health service providers include the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Health physician practices that are strategically located throughout the community, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18 rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiple joint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our many specialized services at WilliamsonHealth.org.
Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We're committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.
Company Culture:
We are passionate about the care we offer and also our standards of performance which include compassion, respect, accountability and safety - toward our patients and also toward our colleagues. We're looking for talented, caring, and mission-minded professionals who view their career in healthcare as more than just a paycheck, but as a true calling. We are proud of our unique culture that balances doing what we love, working alongside a supportive team, and maintaining a good quality of life - all while making a difference no matter your department or position.
Community Overview:
Franklin sits in the heart of Williamson County, which has the top-rated school system in the state, a plethora of parks and green spaces, fabulous restaurants, a rich traditional of hospitality, and of course, world-class healthcare. Various publications have showered Franklin with such accolades as one of the "Best Southern Towns," "Best Place to Live," "Top 10 Community for Job Growth," and "Top 50 Cities to Start a Small Business."
