Occupational Therapist -Hand Therapist

Select Medical•Warrenton, MO

52d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Physical Therapy is seeking a hand therapist, CHT preferred, to see patients at their Warrenton clinic. New graduates are welcome to apply as a six-month hand mentorship program is offered. The ideal candidate will also be willing to treat shoulders. SSM Health Physical Therapy is a premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services with over 80 centers in the St. Louis Metro area, specializing in sports, orthopedic, hand, and work-related injuries. Their team of over 700 therapists and patient service specialists focus on exceptional care and customer service, and they have been recognized as a "Top Workplace" by the St. Louis Post Dispatch.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Therapist required.
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Nice To Haves

CHT (Certified Hand Therapist) would be preferred
Willing to treat shoulders

Responsibilities

Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction
Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline specific therapy services for those assigned patients
Ensures design of functional treatment programs allowing for effective return to community activities
Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, coworkers and self
Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline specific therapy services and design of program delivery