Occupational Therapist/Exempt/UKHC

Job Title
Occupational Therapist/Exempt/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE51172


Working Title
Occupational Therapist- Eastern State Hospital


Department Name
H1190: ESH REHAB SERVICES


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
12


Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BS




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


No experience required.




Required License/Registration/Certification

Certification eligible



Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions.



Shift

Dayshift



Job Summary

The ESH Occupational Therapist performs evaluations, treats patients through 1:1 sessions and group therapy, completes chart reviews prior to patient care, documents the medical records, interacts with other professionals, and discusses PRP. Educates patients and caregivers regarding care and relevant information, and provides weekend coverage if needed. Assists managerial staff in assessing resources and processes to redistribute or enhance resources, and assists with projects or activities for the enhancement of services. Bills appropriately, meets departmental productivity standards; turns charge sheet in on time, and is judicious in using the hospital’s resources.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Completion of a Master’s degree and have OT Licensure or be eligible, plus a professional license in the state of Kentucky. Experience is preferred but not required. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills. Must have a valid driver’s license.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

One to two years’ experience in hospital and/or outpatient acute care preferred



Deadline to Apply
08/12/2025


Our University Community

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