Occupational Therapist

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

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Job Highlights:

• Department: Inpatient Therapy

• Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, Mon - Fri, 7:00am to 3:30pm

• Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts​

• Location: SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

Job Summary:

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY 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.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, or related area as required to obtain licensure in state of practice

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting/moving patients.
• Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional driving.
• Rare crawling.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

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

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Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible team members may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Generous accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded
• Traditional tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• No-cost, on-demand, continuing education courses through Relias
• Retirement savings programs with eligible SSM Health contributions and employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Medical Plan Contribution Discount program
• Employee Assistance Program and well-being resources
• Well-being and financial wellness resources. Receive up to $500 annually in myhealthy life wellness funds.
• Employee discounts on products and services
• On demand pay through DailyPay (fees may apply)
• Voluntary benefits, including supplemental health, legal, long term care, pet, auto and home insurance options
  
  

Benefits and eligibility vary by position, employment status and program requirements. Benefits are subject to eligibility guidelines. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may be eligible for these benefits if these benefits are provided under the applicable CBA or side agreement thereto. Employees covered by a CBA should contact their Recruiter to receive the appropriate Employee Benefits Guide.