Occupational Therapist

Froedtert South, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 56,257 - 80,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403(b) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount program

Competitive PTO

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Wisconsin is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and create personalized treatment programs. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records and implementing activities to support recovery. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy and appropriate state certifications. The role offers pay up to $49.50/hr based on experience, alongside benefits such as medical coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Entry Level position requiring current certification to practice as O.T.R. in Wisconsin.
• Valid driver's license needed for job assignment location.
• Ability to administer medications safely and in accordance with policy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and formulate individualized treatment programs.
• Implement activities to help patients regain physical or mental functioning.
• Maintain patient records and assist in program development.

Skills

Ability to direct and carry out individualized patient evaluation and treatment

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians

Physical, technical, and cognitive ability to operate OT equipment

Education

Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current certification to practice as O.T.R. by State of Wisconsin

Tools

BLS certification

CPR certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and formulates individualized treatment programs in coordination with the physician’s participation. Implement activities designed to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps. Maintains patient records. Assists in program development. Assists in maintaining appropriate equipment inventory. Directs aides and students as assigned.

1. Ability to direct and carry out individualized patient evaluation and treatment (involves professional knowledge/ judgment, physical abilities, dexterity, ability to maneuver in the environment.)
2. Ability to maintain patient documentation throughout the course of treatment.
3. Physical, technical, and cognitive ability to operate OT equipment and modalities.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, hospital administrators, staff, and others.
5. Administers medications in a timely manner, safely and in accordance with policy and procedure.
6. Receives and records verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners for orders that are specific to the services provided by their department.

Occupational Therapist Requirements

• Entry Level
• Bachelors Degree in: Occupational Therapy
• Current certification to practice as O.T.R. by State of Wisconsin.
• Valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Wisconsin and/or Illinois based on job assignment location.
• Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Salary Range

Up to $49.50/hr (based on experience)

• Night and evening shift differential

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits available
• 403(b) company match available
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount program
• Competitive PTO