Occupational Therapist - School of Public Health

Washington University in St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Performs evaluations, establishes goals and plans occupational therapy treatment programs for children/youth /adults referred to occupational therapy by the physician or community partners. Assists with clinical program development, evaluation and related performance improvement activities as assigned by Clinical Practice manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree - Occupational Therapy
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Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
No specific work experience is required for this position.
A driver's license and good driving record are required for this position.
Current licensure to practice as an occupational therapist in the State of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location.
Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.)
Driver’s license and personal vehicle required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Clinical (2 Years)
Body Mechanics
Caseload Management
Communication
Continual Improvement Process
Data Compilation
Defining Problems
Evidence-Based Practices (EBP)
Fact-Checking
Information Interpretation
Negotiation
Openness to Change
Organizing
Patient Discharge Planning
Prioritization
Professional Judgement
Relating to Clients
Safety Practices
Scientific Thinking
Team Problem Solving
Technical Instruction
Time Management

Responsibilities

Delivers evidence based occupational therapy evaluation and treatment services typically offered in the clinic or community, including any follow-up services to insure appropriate outcomes. Assures services are delivered in a safe and effective manner. Plans for two to three clinical visits per day. (Ongoing).
Completes all aspects of clinical documentation including billing and all other assigned documentation. Records evaluations, goals, treatment plan, client response and progressive change in the client's record according to established protocols and adheres to all departmental and regulatory policies. (Ongoing).
Confers and collaborates with physicians, other health care practitioners, families and / or caregivers to obtain additional information; suggests revisions in treatment program and coordinates occupational therapy intervention with other care providers. (Ongoing).
Orients, instructs and directs occupational therapy assistant and occupational therapy students in patient-related activities as assigned.
Participates in program development and implementation activities as assigned.
Participates in performance/quality improvement initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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