Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

Azza HealthCare Agency; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist for outpatient care in Missouri. The role focuses on evaluating and treating patients with hand and other physical impairments, delivering 1:1 patient-centered care on a flexible schedule with no weekends or holidays.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, educating patients and families, collaborating with healthcare teams, and delegating tasks to assistants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Master’s preferred).
• 2-5 years in relevant field.
• Board Certification and Licensure in area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement treatment plans considering discharge needs.
• Educate and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Delegate tasks based on competency and clinical guidelines.
• Contribute to departmental processes, staff development, and innovation.

Skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Master’s preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist with hand treatment experience to join a multidisciplinary outpatient team. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with various physical impairments affecting work and leisure activities. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, educating patients and collaborating with healthcare providers, and delegating tasks to assistants and students. The therapist will also participate in research, quality improvement projects, and staff development. The position emphasizes patient-centered, 1:1 care in a flexible schedule, with no weekends or holidays.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (Master’s preferred)
• Experience: 2-5 years in relevant field
• Licenses & Certifications: Board Certification and Licensure in area of expertise

Key Duties

• Establish and implement treatment plans considering discharge needs
• Educate and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Delegate tasks based on competency and clinical guidelines
• Contribute to departmental processes, staff development, and innovation

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting overall well-being, including medical, dental, retirement, tuition assistance, and paid time off, with more details.. available in the benefits summary.