Occupational Therapist - Acute Therapy

SSM Health Physical Therapy • Richmond Heights, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Rehabilitation- Acute Care at St. Mary's Health Center in Richmond Heights, MO, is seeking an Occupational Therapist. SSM Health Rehabilitation Network is a leading provider of comprehensive rehabilitation services in the St. Louis area, offering specialized care and advanced treatment for individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, neurological disorders, amputation, orthopedic trauma, and general medical rehabilitation needs. SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is a two-time winner of the Premier Award for Quality, a Level II Time Critical Diagnosis STEMI Center, and specializes in high-risk pregnancy care and fetal surgery. They also offer a chest pain center, certified stroke center, and comprehensive imaging and outpatient services.

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

• 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