Job Type: Permanent
Shift: Day - 8x5 - 09AM
Shifts per week: 5
Scheduled Hours: 40
Sign On Bonus: 0
**Job Title:** Occupational Therapist
**Job Specialty:** Acute Care - Medical Surgical
**Job Duration:** Permanent
**Shift:** Day Shift - 8 Hours Full Time
**Guaranteed Hours:** Discussed at Interview
**Experience:** Hospital experience preferred
**License:** Current Occupational Therapist license or eligible for licensure
**Certifications:** CPR certification (Basic Cardiac Life Support [American Red Cross-CPR for the Professional Rescuer] or Basic Life Support [American Heart Association-Health Care Provider] certification obtained within 90 days of employment)
**Must-Have:** Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy; a Master's of Occupational Therapy is preferred
**Job Description:**
- Evaluate patients and develop specific treatment programs tailored to individual patient needs according to professional occupational therapy practices.
- Plan and implement effective therapeutic interventions and strategies to aid patient recovery or improve daily living skills.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and at-home activities to enhance therapy outcomes.
- Participate in professional development and continuing education opportunities to remain current with industry trends and practices.
- Provide support and mentorship to other healthcare professionals and staff as needed.
- Uphold standards for safety and quality in accordance with healthcare regulations and guidelines.
**Benefits Information:**
- Earned Time Off and Extended Illness Bank
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Retirement Plan (401(k))
- Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Holiday Pay and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Educational Funds and Leadership Growth Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program
- Discounts on various services and wellness activities
- Diversity Committee and Employee Engagement Programs
**Interesting Facts about the Area:**
- Central location in the country, equidistant from major cities.
- Features 23 parks, four golf courses, eight museums and galleries, and over 200 civic clubs and organizations.
- Typical Midwest climate with diverse seasonal experiences.
- Home to a center with a large arena and exhibition space for entertainment and events.
- Community with a wide array of churches and places of worship.