Occupational Therapist, Inpatient

University of Missouri Health Care; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement plans with employer match

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

MU Health Care in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient Therapy Services team. This on-site role focuses on evaluating and advancing patient independence in activities of daily living, with collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with weekend rotation, a strong benefits package, and a base pay range of $68,266 to $111,426 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• OT licensure by Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy or OT Compact multi-state privilege.
• OT Limited permit holders must be a graduate of an OT program.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations to assess functional status and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop individual therapy plans based on evaluation findings and patient goals.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to improve daily living activities and safety.
• Document evaluations, plans, and progress per policies and standards.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to coordinate services.
• Maintain licensure requirements and adhere to ethics and Missouri Practice Act.

Job description

Location Jefferson City, Missouri, United States Category Allied Health Job Id 26003742 Job Type Full-time Day Job

Shift:Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, Saturday and Holiday Rotation

Work Arrangement:On-Site
Department: Therapy Services, Inpatient

Facility: Capital Region Medical Center, 1125 Madison St, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Compensation:

• · Base Pay Range: $68,266 - $111,426/year, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team! We seek individuals who are not only skilled and knowledgeable but also enthusiastic about continuous learning and professional growth. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and innovative problem-solver, committed to enhancing patient safety and independence in daily activities. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, we want to hear from you. Join us at MU Health Care, where your expertise and dedication will be valued and supported. Apply today to become a vital part of our mission to provide exceptional care!

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

• · Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• · Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• · Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years
• · Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• · Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• · See a comprehensive list of benefits here .

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• · Performs comprehensive patient evaluations in a time-sensitive manner to assess functional status, limitations, and rehabilitation potential.
• · Develops individualized occupational therapy plans of care based on evaluation findings, patient goals, and a developmentally appropriate approach.
• · Implements evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve functional performance, safety, and independence in activities of daily living.
• · Administers therapeutic treatments requiring advanced clinical skills, including therapeutic activities, neuromuscular re-education, and functional training.
• · Fabricates, applies, and modifies splints, casts, and compression garments to support patient function and recovery.
• · Documents evaluations, treatment plans, interventions, and patient progress in accordance with MU Health Care and departmental policies and regulatory standards.
• · Monitors patient response to treatment and modifies plans of care as clinically indicated to achieve optimal outcomes.
• · Collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• · Maintains compliance with the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics and the Missouri Practice Act to ensure licensure eligibility andprofessional standards.
• · Orders and manages discipline-specific referrals in accordance with statepractice acts and regulatory requirements.
• · Participates in professional development, continuing education, and training activities to maintain competency and licensure requirements.
• · Educates Occupational Therapy and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant students as assigned to support clinical education and professional development.
• · Ensures a safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• · Adheres to timekeeping, attendance, and punctuality guidelines in accordance with MU Health Care policies.
• · May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure by the Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy or OT Compact multi-state privilege. When primary state of residency changes, compact state OTs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days. OT Limited permit holders must be a graduate of an OT program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• · Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during

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