Occupational Therapist

Join Our Team: A Calling Beyond a Career

At our organization, we believe that your work is more than just a job; it’s a true vocation. We are currently seeking a dedicated professional to join our Home Care & Hospice team in St. Agnes Hospital.

Position Overview

This role involves evaluating and providing treatment for patients experiencing physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or psychosocial challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' capabilities to safely and effectively manage independent living skills.
• Develop tailored care plans, specifying the type and frequency of treatments required.
• Execute the treatment plan utilizing appropriate modalities and document patient progress.
• Continuously monitor and adjust the care plan as necessary, seeking consultation when needed.
• Educate patients and their families or caregivers about identified deficits.
• Assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide guidance on the selection and use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervise care provided by designated individuals in accordance with established regulations and standards.
• Maintain a vigilant and safe working environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field, as required for state licensure.
• Experience: No prior experience is necessary.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing between 0-25 lbs.
• Engage in oral communication, requiring frequent use of hearing and speech.
• Utilize vision for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances.
• Involve frequent walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry tasks.
• Occasionally bend, stoop, climb, kneel, sit, squat, twist, and perform repetitive movements with legs and arms.
• Occasionally lift or move patients and handle objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional driving and rare crawling may be required.

Licensure and Certifications

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification is required within 90 days of employment. Additional resuscitation certifications may be necessary based on departmental needs.
• Occupational Therapist licensure is required in the respective state of practice (Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, or Wisconsin).

Work Schedule

This position is classified as PRN and primarily involves day shifts.

Employee Benefits

We value our exceptional team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees to access earned but unpaid wages before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: Eligible team members can benefit from upfront tuition coverage through the FlexPath Fund.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families!