Occupational Therapist

St. Luke's University Health Network

. Evaluate plans and administer occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients in the acute care setting .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeAllentown • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in administering occupational therapy treatment programs, including evaluation, goal setting, and implementation of therapeutic modalities. Proficient in documentation, patient communication, and adherence to professional standards and ethics.

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Occupational Therapy LicenseTherapeutic Modalities AdministrationPatient Goal SettingDocumentation SkillsCPR Certification

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Hard Skills

Occupational Therapy Treatment ProgramsTherapeutic ExercisesAssistive Device FittingPatient Discharge PlanningOccupational Therapy ExaminationsEmotional Wellness InterventionsADL/IADL Skills Re-engagementProgressive Treatment Program ImplementationPatient Safety TechniquesClinical Documentation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationPatient EducationSupervisory Skills

Tools & Technologies

Medical Equipment OperationElectronic Documentation SystemsSafe Patient Handling EquipmentTherapeutic Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Therapist LicenseCPR Certification

Industry Keywords

AOTA StandardsAcute Care SettingRehabilitation ServicesPatient CareInterdisciplinary Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate plans and administer occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients in the acute care setting
Provide rehabilitation services to patients with occupational impairments, limitations, and disabilities resulting from physical, cognitive, or psycho-social dysfunction
Provide interventions emphasizing emotional wellness, health promotion, client safety, and re-engagement of ADL/IADL skills
Perform technically competent occupational therapy examinations using reliable and valid methods
Establish short-term and long-term patient goals
Perform therapeutic exercises
Implement and revise progressive treatment programs
Administer therapeutic modalities including hot/cold packs, ultrasound, massage, electrical stimulation, whirlpool, and wound care
Fit assistive, prosthetic, and orthotic devices and provide training
Perform discharge planning and instruct patients and families in home programs
Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and promptly
Adhere to AOTA standards, institutional policies, legislation, and professional ethics
Assess and treat patients across appropriate age groups
Supervise OT and COTA students and observers as assigned
Attend case management, interdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary meetings
Communicate patient information to the multidisciplinary team
Provide in-services to department staff and others
Accurately bill patient accounts for services rendered
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, based on work location
Current CPR certification
Successful completion of required affiliations and/or CEU’s to maintain licensure
Ability to sit for extended periods and stand and/or ambulate intermittently throughout the workday
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, and reach, including occasional overhead reaching
Ability to use hands and fingers for fine motor tasks, including operation of medical equipment, patient care devices, and electronic documentation systems
Ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility using approved safe patient handling and mobility equipment and team-based techniques
Ability to push and pull equipment and patient support devices, utilizing mechanical assistance when indicated
Ability to perceive tactile cues necessary for safe patient care
Ability to hear and see adequately to communicate, respond to alarms or call bells, and safely navigate the clinical environment
Doctorate Degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Equal Opportunity Employer