Occupational Therapist

East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina's leaders in healthcare. Our approach to medicine is designed to provide patients with successful outcomes, fast recovery times, and a better quality of life. Our hospital combines technology and clinical expertise with compassion to provide personalized care for a lifetime. Our expanded scope of services, our commitment to quality & safety, and our outstanding team of caregivers have attracted patients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond, and have contributed to or hospital being nationally recognized. Interested in joining our team? Apply today!

Facility: East Cooper Medical Center

Location: Mount Pleasant, SC

Department: Rehab 

Position Type: Full Time 

Work Schedule: 8-5 mostly weekdays with rotating weekends 

• Evaluate and Treat Patients: Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide skilled interventions to improve functional independence, mobility, activities of daily living (ADLs), cognition, and safety for patients in Acute Care and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
• Develop Patient-Centered Care Plans: Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as appropriate, and collaborate with physicians, nursing, case management, and rehabilitation team members to support safe discharge planning and optimal patient outcomes.
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete accurate and timely documentation, clinical charging, and patient records in accordance with departmental, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Patient & Caregiver Education: Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, home safety, energy conservation, and discharge recommendations to promote continued recovery.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with members of the healthcare team to coordinate care, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and contribute to a positive, patient-centered environment.
• Professional Practice: Maintain clinical competency through continuing education, support quality improvement initiatives, and uphold Novant Health policies, safety standards, and professional ethics.
• Operational Excellence: Manage caseload efficiently, meet departmental productivity expectations, and contribute to a culture of safety, collaboration, and remarkable patient experiences.

Education

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the applicable state.
• Current BLS certification (or obtained within organizational policy guidelines).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in Acute Care and/or Inpatient Rehabilitation.
• Experience treating medically complex, orthopedic, neurological, trauma, cardiac, and post-surgical patients.
• Knowledge of discharge planning and durable medical equipment recommendations.

At Novant Health, we recognize that supporting our team members both professionally and personally is essential to building healthier communities. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Financial Security

• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance

Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling opportunities where applicable

Professional Growth

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Career development and advancement opportunities across the Novant Health system