Occupational Therapist (OT)

Lifepoint Health • Saint Louis, MO

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South, operated jointly with Lifepoint Health, is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join their team. This role is crucial in providing superior patient care that exceeds industry standards and patient expectations. The hospital is recognized as one of America's Best Rehabilitation Hospitals by Newsweek and is a 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital focused on caring for people in St. Louis who need continued care to recover completely. The position offers a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team in an environment dedicated to superior patient care and community service.

Requirements

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of patients treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and occupational therapy students.
• Assesses patients’ needs, identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions, and works cooperatively with other patient team personnel.
• Observes and evaluates treatment effects and progress towards short and long-term goals, recommending changes to the physician if needed.
• Performs appropriate patient assessments and reassessments as per policy, including accurate and timely QI scoring for adult and geriatric patients.
• Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal function and participation in rehabilitation, makes appropriate interventions, and contacts the physician for intervention if necessary.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
• Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in patient team conferences.
• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs, evaluates its effectiveness, and includes the family as appropriate.
• Performs appropriate documentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy modalities.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity, identifying and addressing psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly, maintaining department cleanliness and safety.
• Interacts professionally with patients and families, involving them in the plan of care.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and the administrative team.
• Participates in patient/family conferences and team conferences.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations.
• Maintains good working relationships within the department and with other departments.
• Consults with other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Meets current documentation standards and policies, documenting goals on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan upon admission and providing regular updates.
• Participates in educational staff performance improvement in-services, assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff, and participates in guidance and educational programs.
• Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.
• Participates in infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed