Occupational Therapist (OT)

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital • Bridgeton, MO

1d • $34 • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical & SSM, is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) in Bridgeton. Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Employees are expected to live our cultural behaviors: celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first, and building trust. In this role, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas, addressing their medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges.

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.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and Extended Illness Days (EID) to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Tuition Assistance
• Clinical Advancement Program
• National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
• Excellent Orientation Program
• New Grad Mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees