Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

Vetted Solutions; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a full-time Occupational Therapist to deliver skilled patient care in an acute care setting. You will evaluate and plan treatment, educate patients and families, and collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize outcomes.

Responsibilities include delegating tasks to assistants, documenting services per policy, and contributing to discharge planning while monitoring progress and adjusting plans as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required; Master's preferred.
• Valid Occupational Therapist license.
• No prior experience required; supervisory experience not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Educate and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and ensure accurate documentation.
• Conduct assessments and provide consultative services as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Progress evaluation

OT principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to deliver skilled patient care in an acute care setting, focusing on evaluation and treatment planning. The role involves establishing individualized treatment plans, educating patients and families, collaborating with healthcare teams, delegating tasks to assistants and students, and documenting services in compliance with departmental policies.

• Provide assessment, reassessment, and consultation for Occupational Therapy services.
• Consider discharge needs, functional status, and equipment requirements in treatment planning.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers, making appropriate referrals when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required; Master's preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid Occupational Therapist license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; supervisory experience not necessary.

Key Duties

• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Educate and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and ensure accurate documentation.
• Conduct assessments and provide consultative services as needed.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.