Occupational Therapist or Certified Hand Therapist - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

SSM Health; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an Occupational Therapist for the outpatient department. With mentorship opportunities and an extensive benefits package, new graduates are encouraged to apply. You will be part of a dynamic team providing high-quality patient care, working closely with hand therapy specialists.

Benefits

Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID)

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Company matching 401(k)

Indefinite student debt benefit program

Access to unlimited CEU courses and national certifications

Qualifications

• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible).
• CPR certification required.
• Valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice.
• Develop objective patient goals in collaboration with referring physician.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.

Skills

Evidence Based Practice

Relationship Building

Collaborative Approach

Leadership

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

Location: 15609 W. 87th Street Parkway, Lenexa, KS 66219

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm

Incentives: $5K Bonus and Student Loan Payment Program!

Our outpatient orthopedic team is seeking an Occupational Therapist or Certified Hand Therapist to join us in providing quality patient care.

We are looking for a dynamic outpatient occupational therapist that has experience with treating a hand/elbow case load and a desire to study for the CHT exam, if not already certified. You will have the opportunity to work directly alongside CHTs with the largest hand team in the Metro area. We offer a highly successful mentorship program for obtaining your CHT certification. You will be paired with a CHT mentor and will have access to such resources as an UE Journal Club and CHT Study Group. Already a CHT? Our hand therapists have free access to the Journals of Hand Therapy and Hand Surgery as well as many others. Select Medical’s Continuing Education Department is second-to-none and hosts an annual UE Symposium in addition to live courses, virtual Master Classes, and recorded instructional videos to suit every learning style. Select Medical’s Hand Therapy team has ASHT Board members and two former ASHT presidents in its ranks and is led by world renowned hand therapist Sue Blackmore. Apply today and learn more about the benefits of joining our team!

NEW GRADS WELCOME: We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Benefits and Incentives (for full-time at 32 hrs+):

• Comprehensive healthcare plans and company matching 401(k)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID)
• Indefinite student debt benefit program
• Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Responsibilities

• Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license