Occupational Therapist - Acute Therapy
About The Position
SSM Health Rehabilitation - Acute Care is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist (OT) to join their team at DePaul Hospital. This role is part of a diverse and progressive therapy department that participates in research and program advancement throughout the 450-bed hospital. DePaul Ministry of SSM Health is accredited by The Joint Commission as a Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement and a Comprehensive Center of Excellence for Stroke. They are also a Level II trauma center and a Level I STEMI center serving the north and northwest St Louis County area in Missouri and their neighbors to the east in Illinois.
Requirements
- Valid state license or eligibility for state license as a Occupational Therapist
- Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment
Nice To Haves
- Acute or inpatient experience
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
Benefits
- Weekend shift differentials
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
