Occupational Therapist Lead at SSM Health

Shawnee, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Patient Assessment, Treatment Planning, Staff Leadership, Documentation, Patient Education, Compliance Monitoring, Training and Orientation, Resource Coordination, Adaptive Equipment, Therapy Modalities, Performance Evaluation, Communication, Safety Awareness, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It's more than a career, it's a calling OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Acute Care Schedule: Part Time, Variable Shift, Flexible Shift Start Times Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts Location: SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee Job Summary: Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits. Leads assigned staff in performing activities of therapy assignments. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Leads or coordinates shift operations of assigned activities, resources, and/or associates. Serves as a technical or functional resource and performs similar duties with staff. Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and/or procedures. Oversees and evaluates orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance. 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 Doctorate, Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related area EXPERIENCE Three years of experience 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 Se Work Shift: Variable Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4503000024 Physical Therapy Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our 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: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist Lead evaluates and treats patients with various deficits while leading assigned staff in therapy activities. Responsibilities include designing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and ensuring compliance with policies.