Occupational Therapist - Acute

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WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

Worker Type : Regular

Job Highlights :

Department : Acute Care

Schedule : Full-time | Day Shift | 32-weekly hours

Sign On Bonus : Available for external qualified candidates

Eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs

Location : Madison, WI

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

EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

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State of Work Location : Wisconsin

Work Shift :

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type : Employee

Department :

4502000007 Occupational Therapy

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

32

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.

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