Occupational Therapist / Outpatient
Company: Emory Health Care
Location: Mcdonough
Posted on: January 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Where you matter as much as the work you do! Join Emory
Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of
the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart
surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you
are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment
where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate
professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life
throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology,
and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you
ever thought possible. Orthopedic experience required. Assists in
coordinating and managing the daily activities of the discipline
specific staff and students to ensure quality delivery of patient
care services. Participates in direct and consultative patient
care. Performs routine and specialized procedures relating to
therapy techniques. Maintains a high level of proficiency in the
technical skills required for managing patient care. Communicates
regularly with members of patient care team, the patient, family
members and others involved with the patients care. Assists with
inventory control and identifies the need for purchasing supplies
and equipment to ensure the availability of commonly used
materials. Identifies department specific needs/equipment for
inclusion in budget(s). Provides input to departmental short and
long term goals and objectives. Reviews and revises patient care
and treatment procedures and policies on an on-going basis.
Communicates policies, procedures and related forms in accordance
with state, federal, and organizational guidelines. Assists with
staff management and employee performance. Interviews applicants
and makes recommendations for hiring staff. Assists in the
maintenance of discipline specific records pertaining to continuing
education, personnel, charting, financial operations and quality
improvement. Serves as a resource to medical staff, students, other
allied health professionals and support staff concerning the
operations of the specific discipline. Assists in interpreting the
applicable policies. Assists with the coordination of student
activities. Participates in research activities being conducted
within the organization. Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
from an American Occupational Therapy Association accredited
program. Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of
Georgia. Must have and maintain NBCOT certification. At three years
of clinical experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in
accordance with the American Heart Association required. PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day
(occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently);
10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max;
Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing &
walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing,
reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned
work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting
environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area
and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste
Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical
shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor
conditions; Latex; Lighting ; Patient care/handling injuries;
Radiation ; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal
protective equipment, including respirators; environmental
conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected
veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or
federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable
accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon
request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at
careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance
notice is preferred.
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