Occupational Therapist

Ascension Living; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 76,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

EAP & counseling

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Living in Wichita, KS, is hiring an Occupational Therapist for the Therapy department. This is a day shift, full-time role with a salary range of $76,304.30 to $111,595.53 per year.

Join a leading nonprofit health system offering comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and ongoing professional development. OT licensure is required; BLS within 30 days of hire, and a driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire date.
• Occupational Therapy license required prior to hire date.
• Driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient ability to safely perform independent living skills and design the care plan.
• Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities and document progress.
• Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed and seek consultations when necessary.
• Educate patient and family/caregiver about deficits and care options.

Skills

BLS Provider

OT License

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Living HOPE

Department: Therapy

Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

Salary range: $76,304.30 - $111,595.53 per year

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Document findings of patient progress.
• Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Occupational Therapy (OT) license obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drivers License preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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