Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC. is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled inpatient OT services, focusing on evaluation, treatment planning, and patient education to support optimal discharge outcomes.

The role involves developing individualized treatment plans, educating patients and families, delegating tasks, and ensuring thorough documentation in accordance with department policies. Licensed OT is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in OT required.
• OT license required.
• Master's degree in OT preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develops individualized treatment plans considering discharge needs and functional status.
• Educates and collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare providers, making referrals as necessary.
• Delegates tasks to assistants, techs, and students, ensuring appropriate skill levels.
• Completes documentation following departmental policies.
• Performs assessments, reassessments, and consultations for occupational therapy services.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Delegation

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) credential

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Role Overview: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled inpatient occupational therapy services, focusing on evaluation, treatment planning, and patient education to support optimal discharge outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops individualized treatment plans considering discharge needs and functional status.
• Educates and collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare providers, making referrals as necessary.
• Delegates tasks to assistants, techs, and students, ensuring appropriate skill levels.
• Completes documentation following departmental policies.
• Performs assessments, reassessments, and consultations for occupational therapy services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) credential required.
• Preferred Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• No prior experience required.

Skills & Attributes: Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills; ability to delegate effectively; patient-centered approach.