Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital•Bridgeton, MO

23d•$47 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Rehabilitation Hospital: Bridgeton, MO is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a PRN position. This role involves providing advanced treatment and comprehensive care to individuals with a variety of medical conditions, including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. The hospital is a joint venture with Select Medical & SSM, and its mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Employees are expected to live cultural behaviors such as celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first, and building trust.

Requirements

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.
Home Care Requirements: One or more years of clinical experience and a valid state Driver’s License.

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 the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.
Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.
Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.
Evaluate the patient's level of functioning and develop an individualized treatment plan aligned with patient and family goals.
Participate in discharge planning including placement, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment.