Occupational Therapist - Inpatient PRN

­ditional Information About the Role Are you an Occupational Therapist looking to work in a highly, dynamic therapy team in a Complex, Nationally Ranked Community Hospital? Our hospital an extremely diverse patient population where they provide 1 on 1 care to patients. Many of our clinicians hold specialties so there is a wealth of knowledge to be gained as a new graduate. We also provide a comprehensive mentoring program. Great benefits, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees. Come join our BJC family today! Overview Missouri Baptist Medical Center, an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24-hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital
2 in the St. Louis metro area. Our Occupational Therapy Department includes eight full- and part-time therapists and one part-time assistant, and three PRN therapists. Focused clinical areas include: neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, intensive care and acute rehabilitation. There are also opportunities to develop competencies in outpatient and special care nursery. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The licensed or registered Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients including all aspects of evaluation and treatment. Responsibilities Establishes treatment plan and provides treatment, considering discharge needs; expected discharge functional status; and appropriate equipment and supplies. Educates, collaborates with, and conferences with patients, families, and other health care providers; making recommendations for referrals to specialists as needed. Delegates to assistants, techs, and students through written and verbal communication including determining the skill level or competency required to provide interventions to best meet the needs of the patient. Completes documentation in accordance with departmental policies. Provides assessment, reassessment, and/or consultations for Occupational Therapy Services. Minimum Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree - Occupational Therapy (OT) Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Occupational Therapist Lic Preferred Requirements Education Master's Degree - Occupational Therapy (OT) Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer