Occupational Therapist-PRN - Corporate Hill

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Des Peres (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide in-home therapy to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal, and perceptual disorders under physician direction. The role requires a graduate from an accredited OT program, current state license, CPR certification, and at least one year of relevant experience.

The position emphasizes independent scheduling, strong communication, and thorough documentation. Preferred candidates have two years in acute or home care and must be able to lift up to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Current state OT license.
• CPR certification.
• Minimum of one year of experience in acute, rehab, outpatient, home health or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home occupational therapy services to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal and perceptual disorders under physician direction.
• Independently schedule patient visits and coordinate with the office.
• Communicate and document clinical findings with patients, families, and care teams; maintain confidentiality.
• Raise safety awareness and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; respond to emergencies as needed.
• Preferred: two years of experience in acute care or home care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited OT program

CPR certification

Job description

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Provides in home occupational therapy services to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal and perceptual disorders, under the direction of a physician.

Qualifications

Position Details:

Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.

Licensure: Current state license. Valid drivers license.

Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in acute, rehab, outpatient, home health or long term care setting required.

Certifications: CPR certification.

Other: Employee possesses good assessment and treatment planning skills. Employee is energetic, gets along well with others, has good time management and problem solving skills. Employee possesses good communication and documentation skills. Employee is in good physical health and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently with occasional lifting of over 50 pounds. Employee frequently will work independently and must be able to handle emergencies without assistance. Employee adap[ts to and works effectively with change, takes initiative, sets challenging objectives and values and seeks opportunity to learn.Employee may be required to drive in hazardous conditions; must be able to follow written or verbal instructions and read a map. Employee must independently schedule patient visits in timely and efficient manner; checking in with office daily to update schedule. Employee has regular contact with agency staff members, physicians, hospital staff, and general public. Employee regularly handles confidential information.

Preferred Experience: Two years experience in acute care or home care preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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