Occupational Therapist (H)

SSM Health • MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to support individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence and quality of life. Preferred experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Join our team and make a difference every day while enjoying competitive pay, strong benefits, and a supportive work environment. We offer affordable health insurance and benefits designed to support you and your family. Apply today to begin your career with SSM Health. Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, or related area as required to obtain licensure in state of practice
• No experience required
• Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment.
• Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
• State of Work Location: Illinois Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• State of Work Location: Missouri Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• State of Work Location: Oklahoma Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
• State of Work Location: Wisconsin Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents findings of patient progress.
• Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversees the care provided by designated individuals according to established regulations and practice standards.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Strong benefits
• Affordable health insurance
• Benefits designed to support you and your family
• Paid Parental Leave: eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: provided through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level