Occupational Therapist - St Louis, United States - SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital

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    Overview:

    SSM Rehabilitation Hospital

    *A joint venture with Select Medical & SSM*

    Location: Richmond Heights

    Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

    Tier I - $47

    Tier II - $52

    Weekend shift differentials

    Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust. Here, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas

    Not ready to apply? Schedule a time to learn more and speak with a recruiter today.

    Benefits of being a therapist with us:

    • Eligible for 401k
    • Engaged and team-oriented culture
    • High success rates of patients being discharged home

    We'd love for you to join the team

    Responsibilities:
    • Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patients need and physician direction.
    • Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients.
    • Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.
    • Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.
    • Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.

    Specific Duties

    • Evaluate the patient's level of functioning and develop an individualized treatment plan aligned with patient and family goals
    • Participate in discharge planning including placement, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment
    Qualifications:
    • Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
    • Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required
    • Home Care Requirements: One or more years of clinical experience and a valid state Drivers License
    Additional Data:

    *Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process - to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*

    Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.