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Outpatient OT- CHT

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
789 Central Avenue (Show on map)
Jul 23, 2025
Summary
An advanced practice therapist who demonstrates clinical expertise in the rehab area of their discipline. Acts as a clinical resource with advanced level competencies. Develops and implements advanced level, rehabilitative programs. Therapy treatments in accordance with Standards of Practice, applicable state licensure regulations, and departmental and hospital policies, to a variety of patients ranging from newborn to geriatric in age.
Essential Functions
Plans, directs, implements and evaluates patient care
Competent to treat adolescents through elderly in area of specialization; specified specialist competent to treat pediatrics and neonate
Screens and prioritizes new consults within geographical area for team
Delegates care and directs Therapists, Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides, and Therapy Students
Assesses clinical skill and competence in new staff and other staff as required and implements educational activities
Provides clinical orientation to staff and updates and maintains clinical orientation manuals
Contributes to changes in therapy theory and practice
Develops and disseminates criteria that promote clinical competency.
Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes

Education

Bachelor's or master's Degree Related Field of Study required or

Doctorate Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Occupational Therapist [State License] preferred

Basic Life Support [BLS] Certificate required

Experience

OT/PT/SLP Healthcare experience

5-7 years required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced knowledge of broad range of diagnoses/impairments in content area for individuals requiring therapy intervention.

Advanced knowledge of supervisory skills, teaching, and evaluation of staff.

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to provide compassionate care to patients.

Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)



Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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