BWRC Outpatient OT

Location: Dalton, GA

Who We Are

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values

Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.

Excellence. Every person. Every time.

Hamilton Health Care System, Inc.

Job Description and Performance Standards

Title: Occupational Therapist 554346301

Department: Rehabilitation Care

Reports To: Occupational Therapy Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Occupational therapy (OT) is an allied health profession that involves the therapeutic use of everyday activities, or occupations, to treat the physical, mental, developmental, and emotional ailments that impact a patient’s ability to perform day-to-day tasks. An OT is responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning, and treatment implementation of all assigned patients of all age populations by therapeutic techniques to improve, rehabilitate, or maintain a patient’s ability to perform every day activities. Responsible for completion of all necessary documentation related to patient care and rehab care department projects and operating procedures / tasks. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principals of growth and development and assess data reflective of the patient’s current status in relation to their age specific needs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduate of an accredited college of Occupational Therapy.

Licensure: NBCOT certification required; must be licensed or eligible in State of Georgia

Experience: May be new graduate.

Skills: BLS CPR. Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs that are

age appropriate. Ability to select proper instrumentation/supplies appropriate for age group of patient served.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

May work in outpatient department, community events, or at industrial sites. May be required to work a flexible schedule. Exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment found in a typical therapy setting.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT

Required to display characteristics consistent with registration requirements and ethical practice in Occupational Therapy. Must be able to physically assist with patient transfers, perform bending, reaching activities and be able to tolerate moderate amount of stress.