What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Acute Therapy position at SSM Health Physical Therapy?
Overview
SSM Health Rehabilitation- Acute Care
St. Mary's Hospital
Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: St. Mary's Hospital
Type of Employment: PRN
Compensation: Tier I- $47; Tier II- $52- Weekend shift differentials
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is a two-time winner of the Premier Award for Quality. Centrally located in metro St. Louis, we provide exceptional care to all our patients and are a Level II Time Critical Diagnosis STEMI Center. We specialize in high-risk pregnancy care and fetal surgery. Plus, our chest pain center, certified, stroke center, and imaging and outpatient services ensure you’re well taken care of in any situation
Responsibilities
- Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction
- Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline specific therapy services for those assigned patients
- Ensures design of functional treatment programs allowing for effective return to community activities
- Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
- Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline specific therapy services and design of program delivery
Qualifications
Required:
- Valid state license or eligibility for state license as a Occupational Therapist
- Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment
Preferred:
- Acute or inpatient experience
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans
Salary : $47 - $52