University of Missouri Health Care

Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Missouri Occupational Therapist licensure required or limited permit holder from an accredited program.
  • Ability to pursue continuing education units (CEUs) for licensure maintenance.
  • Experience with advanced occupational therapy treatment techniques.
  • Proficient in documenting according to health care guidelines and policies.
  • Understanding of ethical standards as outlined by AOTA and Missouri Practice Act.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in training and development activities to enhance professional knowledge.
  • Administer occupational therapy treatments that require advanced clinical skills.
  • Complete documentation in compliance with departmental guidelines.
  • Provide various therapies including splinting, casting, and fitting for compression garments as per physician orders.
  • Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to diagnose and create individualized care plans.
  • Maintain ethical and professional standards in all practice activities.
  • Fulfill additional department-specific responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options available.
  • Paid time off including holidays and sick leave.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and continued education.
  • Flexible scheduling with diverse shift assignments.
  • Supportive work environment fostering professional development.
Full Job Description
Shift: Monday - Friday DAYS with a weekend/Holiday rotation
Department: University Hospital
Compensation:
Base Pay Range: $68,266 - $111,426/year, based on experience

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Actively identify and participate in training, education, development activities, and/or supervise Occupational Therapy or Certified Occupational Therapy Students to improve own knowledge and performance, including acquiring the CEU's needed to maintain state licensure in the State of Missouri.

Administer treatment that requires the advanced skills of a licensed clinician.

Complete documentation according to UMHC and department guidelines and policies.

In accordance with physician orders, skillfully provide modalities including, but not limited to, splint fabrication, casting, and compression garment measurement/fitting.

Maintain standards in accordance with the code of ethics of the AOTA and the State of Missouri Practice Act to maintain eligibility for licensure. Perform comprehensive patient evaluations in a time sensitive manner.

Correlate data from the assessment to determine an individualized occupational therapy plan of care directed toward goals based on a developmentally appropriate approach.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure by the Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy. OT Limited permit holders must be a graduate of an OT program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

About University of Missouri Health Care

The University of Missouri Health Care is a healthcare system affiliated with the University of Missouri. The system includes several hospitals and clinics, as well as a medical school and research facilities. The system is based in Columbia, Missouri, and serves patients throughout the state. The University of Missouri Health Care is known for its expertise in a variety of medical specialties, including cancer care, cardiology, and neurology. The system is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and to advancing medical knowledge through research and education. The University of Missouri Health Care has been recognized for its excellence in healthcare and has been ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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