Occupational Therapist-F/T-Inpatient Acute Care at SSM Health summary:
As an Occupational Therapist in an Inpatient Acute Care setting, I evaluate and treat patients facing various physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges.
My responsibilities include designing and implementing effective treatment plans, educating patients and their families, and ensuring safe and independent living skills.
I am committed to monitoring patient progress and adapting care plans to meet the evolving needs of my patients, all while adhering to established regulations and practice standards.
It's more than a career, it's a calling.WI-SSM Health St.
Mary's Hospital - MadisonWorker Type:
RegularJob Summary:
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESAssesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
Documents findings of patient progress.
Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
Seeks consultation as necessary.Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.Oversees the care provided by designated individuals according to established regulations and practice standards.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONBachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, or related area as required to obtain licensure in state of practiceEXPERIENCENo experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant standing.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional lifting/moving patients.Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.Occasional driving.Rare crawling.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONSResuscitation Certification Requirement:
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment.
Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
State of Work Location:
Illinois
Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Missouri
Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Oklahoma
Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
Wisconsin Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesWork Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
EmployeeDepartment:
Occupational TherapyScheduled Weekly Hours:
32SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer.
SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave:
we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options:
our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage:
we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Keywords:
Occupational Therapy, Patient Care, Healthcare, Rehabilitation, Therapy Services, Physical Therapy, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Healthcare Provider, Inpatient Care, Patient Education
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