Occupational Therapist

It‘s more than a career, it‘s a calling

WI-Monroe Clinic Hospital

Worker Type:
Regular

Job Highlights:

Location:

Monroe, WI We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team in Monroe, WI. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Position Details:

Schedule:

Full-time | Day Shift | 40 hours per week (Specific schedule to be determined based on department needs)

Sign-On Bonus:

Available for qualified external candidates

Eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs

What We’re Looking For:

A licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Wisconsin

Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills

Flexibility to work variable shifts as needed

If you‘re passionate about helping patients achieve their highest level of function and independence, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary:

Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

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

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department:
Occupational Therapy

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

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 Daily Pay 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 Flex Path Funded for eligible team members.

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

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