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Occupational Therapist - Med Surg - Per Diem

Universal Health Services, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


Responsibilities
Occupational Therapists at GW Hospital are essential partners with providers, nurses, social workers, physical therapists, speech language pathologists, and ancillary and support staff in an academic medical center, Level 1 Trauma Center, and Comprehensive Stroke Center that is defining medicine. Our professional rehab staff work at the top of their license alongside other healthcare professionals to enhance patients' functional recovery and self-actualization, provide consultative services, make recommendations, and elevate patient care through unit and system‑based quality initiatives, evidence‑based research and practice, and true interdisciplinary care. Rehab leaders and staff are laser‑focused on exceptional patient outcomes and are defining healthcare for the 21st century.

Qualifications

Master's/Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy

Experience in a hospital setting required

Must have DC License before start of employment

Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals by AHA or Red Cross

Skills

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

Benefits

Relocation bonus available (if applicable)

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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