SSM Health Physical Therapy·Bridgeton, Missouri
The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement customized treatment plans based on physician direction. They are responsible for designing functional programs to facilitate a patient's return to community activities and educating patients and families.
Overview SSM Health Rehabilitation- Acute Care DePaul Hospital Occupational Therapist (OT) FT The DePaul Ministry of SSM Health is accredited by The Joint Commission as a Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement and a Comprehensive Center of Excellence for Stroke.
We are a Level II trauma center and a Level I STEMI center serving the north and northwest St Louis County area in Missouri and our neighbors to the east in Illinois.
Our diverse and progressive therapy department participates in research and program advancement throughout the 450 bed hospital.
Generous benefits package including: Generous PTO and Extended Illness Days (EID) to maintain a healthy work-life balance Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection Student Loan Repayment Assistance Tuition Assistance Clinical Advancement Program National Continuing Education courses (local and online) Excellent Orientation Program New Grad Mentorship Not ready to apply?
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Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline specific therapy services for those assigned patients Ensures design of functional treatment programs allowing for effective return to community activities Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, coworkers and self Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline specific therapy services and design of program delivery
Required: Valid state license or eligibility for state license as a Occupational Therapist Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment Preferred: Acute or inpatient experience Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must possess a valid state license or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist and BLS certification. Experience in acute or inpatient settings is preferred.
Market context
In Missouri, allied health employers often look for occupational therapy candidates who can start with full licensure and NBOTC registration, so demand tends to favor applicants who are already credentialed. These roles are competitive because clinics, schools, and rehab settings want candidates with an ACOTE-accredited degree, an unencumbered state license, and readiness to work across patient needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and registration before applying.
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